Dam Safety Engineer

Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB); Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Relocation reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) seeks a Civil, Geotechnical, or Dam Safety Engineer to join the Dam Safety team in Eugene, Oregon. The role supports EWEB’s Owner’s Dam Safety Program (ODSP) with inspections, risk assessments, and capital project input from planning through construction.

The position requires a BS in Engineering, and PE license or EIT certification depending on level; relocation may be available for out-of-area candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required.
• PE license or EIT certification preferred/required depending on level.
• Experience with dam safety or geotechnical projects recommended.
• Equivalency: relevant education and experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate dam safety projects and ODSP activities.
• Perform inspections, construction observation, and documentation.
• Provide dam safety input to capital projects from planning to construction.
• Conduct PFMA, risk assessments, and data analyses to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external regulators, consultants, and agencies.

Skills

Multi-project management

Technical writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

None

Job description

Compensation & Benefits

Senior Engineer: $123,191 – 153,989

Staff Engineer & Engineering Associate III: $106,417 – $133,021

Engineering Associate II: $91,927 – $114,909

The Eugene Water & Electric Board seeks a Civil, Geotechnical, or Dam Safety Engineer to join EWEB’s Dam Safety team in support of EWEB’s Owner’s Dam Safety Program (ODSP). Team responsibilities include but are not limited to dam safety, public safety, environmental and regulatory compliance. Applications received by Monday, September 21 will receive full consideration. Applications submitted after this date may not be reviewed, depending on application volume.

Key Responsibilities

EWEB’s Dam Safety team is responsible for a wide range of dam safety activities and projects, including implementation of EWEB’s Owner’s Dam Safety Program and Emergency Action Plan, analysis of surveillance and monitoring instrumentation data, dam safety inspections of dams, canals, and appurtenant structures, and providing dam safety expertise and input to capital projects from planning and design through construction. The team also participates in and leads potential failure mode analyses (PFMAs), semi-quantitative and quantitative risk assessments, and other risk-informed evaluations that support dam safety decisions and capital investment planning.

This position will lead, plan, and coordinate work with internal partners, including Operations, Generation Engineering, License Deployment, and Environmental staff, as well as external partners, including regulators, consultants, contractors, emergency management agencies, and resource agencies. A self-starting, collaborative approach is essential. Responsibilities include a variety of site inspections, construction observation and documentation, project and contract management, engineering evaluations and reviews, providing dam safety input to capital project planning and design, and participating in or project managing PFMAs and risk assessments. Experience with dam safety risk assessment methods, instrumentation, data processing, and analysis is a plus.

Your working environment will consist of a combination of office and site work. EWEB owns and operates two hydroelectric projects on the McKenzie River (Carmen-Smith and Leaburg-Walterville Projects) and owns one hydroelectric project on the Clackamas River (Stone Creek Project).

What You’ll Bring

• Experience effectively managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, technically sound work products
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills
• The ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a variety of audiences, disciplines, and levels of technical expertise
• The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and developing technical and professional skills

Priority will be given to candidates whose applications demonstrate geotechnical experience, dam safety experience, and/or an understanding of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) guidelines, requirements, and dam safety industry standards. Experience with dam safety risk assessments is recommended but not required.

EWEB intends to fill one position, at the Engineering Associate II, III, Staff Engineer, or Senior Engineer level. Specific work assignments will be based on the successful candidate’s experience and training. EWEB provides an extensive training program in relevant dam safety topics.

The base pay offered will be established based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge and skills, relevant experience, and internal equity. Consistent with EWEB’s compensation philosophy, it is not customary to place individuals at the high end of the salary range at the time of hire. Compensation decisions are made holistically to support fair, consistent, and equitable pay practices, taking into account the specific circumstances of each position and candidate.

EWEB values total worker health both at work and at home and provides a robust compensation & benefits package –

Qualifications & Requirements

Equivalency: EWEB will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience when reviewing applications. Candidates who do not meet all of the minimum qualifications, but whose application materials demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the position are encouraged to apply.

Senior Engineer

• Nine (9) years relevant experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license

Staff Engineer

• Four (4) years relevant experience Professional Engineer (PE) license

Engineering Associate III

• Seven (7) years relevant experience
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Engineering Associate II

• Three (3) years relevant experience. A working knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of engineering, project management and construction are required, including methods, materials, equipment, techniques, technical software, schedules, specifications and contract documents. Competent to perform engineering design and analysis in an engineering specialty within a discipline.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Educational requirement for all position levels: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.

Recommended experience for all position levels: Experience working on Dam Safety or geotechnical projects. Familiarity with Federal Energy Regulatory (FERC) guidelines, requirements, and dam safety industry standards.

Oregon driver’s license: Yes, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Post-offer background check: Yes.

Post-offer drug test: Yes, for the Engineering Associate and Staff Engineer level positions.

Post-offer physical or functional test: Yes, for the Engineering Associate and Staff Engineer level positions.

Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. EWEB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

WORK LOCATION

This position is based in Eugene, Oregon, and has been approved as a hybrid work arrangement involving a combination of telecommuting and working on-site at EWEB offices and field project sites. The selected candidate must live in or relocate to the state of Oregon. Out-of-area candidates may be eligible for a relocation reimbursement.

WHY CHOOSE EWEB?

EWEB offers employees a progressive work culture devoted to providing excellent public service. Our employees work in a fast-paced environment where creativity, innovation, involvement, teamwork, and professional development are supported and encouraged. EWEB is committed to providing a work environment conducive to the safety, health, and well-being of its workforce and offers great benefits, including health care, vacation and sick leave, pension, holidays, wellness programs, an employee credit union, and more.

As a public utility, we do not operate to earn a profit or to serve the investment needs of stockholders. Instead, EWEB is chartered by the City of Eugene to serve the interests of its citizens. We are owned by the people of Eugene and it's our job to provide reliable, affordable water and electricity for our customers.

WHY CHOOSE EUGENE?

It’s a city big enough to boast excellent restaurants, arts, and events, but small enough to still feel like a community. It’s also easy to get out of town, making it an ideal place for lovers of outdoor activities, with world-class opportunities for fishing, rafting, bicycling, hiking, and camping.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EWEB takes pride in our commitment to diversity and inclusion among our employees. We embrace and value differences of culture, education, experience, physical ability, and unique perspectives in our workplace. Attracting, retaining, and advancing talent from all sources strengthens our bond with the multifaceted community we serve.

TOBACCO, SMOKE, AND VAPOR - FREE CAMPUS POLICY

EWEB fosters an environment promoting good health for both employees and the public. We want to enhance the quality of air, appearance, and employee health in and around EWEB facilities and equipment. Employees, contractors, volunteers, and visitors may not use, distribute, or sell tobacco while participating in EWEB functions, on EWEB property, or while performing right-of-way tasks.

NOTE

NOTE: This job posting is intended to represent key areas of responsibility. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned.