Dam Safety Engineer — Hybrid Role in Hydropower

HDR; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 101,812 - 176,065; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Short and long-term disability

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is searching for Professional Engineers to bolster its Hydropower Practice, specializing in engineering consulting for hydropower clients in the U.S. and Canada. The role includes supporting inspections, preparing engineering documents, and participating in risk assessments.

Qualifications require a Bachelor's degree, at least 7 years of experience, and a Professional Engineer license. Ideal candidates are self-motivated with strong communication skills and leadership experience. This position offers flexible work locations across the United States and Canada.

HDR promotes a team environment with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license needed.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience required.
• Specific hydropower industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support inspections and engineering assessments of existing structures.
• Prepare contract documents for new or rehabilitation hydraulic structures.
• Act as independent project engineer providing oversight and mentorship.
• Conduct analyses, evaluations, and designs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Quality commitment

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

HDR is searching for Professional Engineers to bolster its Hydropower Practice, specializing in engineering consulting for hydropower clients in the U.S. and Canada. The role includes supporting inspections, preparing engineering documents, and participating in risk assessments.

Qualifications require a Bachelor's degree, at least 7 years of experience, and a Professional Engineer license. Ideal candidates are self-motivated with strong communication skills and leadership experience. This position offers flexible work locations across the United States and Canada.

HDR promotes a team environment with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.