Dam Safety Engineer - Hybrid Hydropower Expert

HDR; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 101,812 - 176,065; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working options

Employee ownership benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Seattle is seeking an experienced Dam Safety Engineer/Subject Matter Expert. The role involves performing inspections, preparing design documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on innovative hydropower and dam safety projects. The ideal candidate has a PE license and significant experience in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering. Competitive benefits and a hybrid work model are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience working with FERC dam safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support inspections and engineering assessments of existing dams.
• Conduct analyses and prepare design documentation.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams on hydropower projects.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Hydrology

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Flood Risk Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading engineering firm based in Seattle is seeking an experienced Dam Safety Engineer/Subject Matter Expert. The role involves performing inspections, preparing design documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on innovative hydropower and dam safety projects. The ideal candidate has a PE license and significant experience in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering. Competitive benefits and a hybrid work model are offered.