Dam Safety Engineer – Hydropower & Dams, Hybrid

HDR; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 101,812 - 176,065; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Short and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time away and parental leave

Job summary

HDR is looking for Professional Engineers to join our Hydropower Practice. This position offers the chance to work on innovative hydropower, pumped-storage, and dam safety projects. Ideal candidates should have substantial experience in various engineering disciplines and a Bachelor’s degree.

The role emphasizes inspections, assessments, and project management while ensuring high standards of quality. Employees benefit from comprehensive medical coverage and a retirement savings plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Experience with dams and water conveyances.

Responsibilities

• Support inspections and assessments of hydraulic structures.
• Conduct engineering analyses and designs.
• Prepare contract documents including drawings and specifications.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Structural engineering

Mechanical engineering

Hydrology & Hydraulics

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

HDR is looking for Professional Engineers to join our Hydropower Practice. This position offers the chance to work on innovative hydropower, pumped-storage, and dam safety projects. Ideal candidates should have substantial experience in various engineering disciplines and a Bachelor’s degree.

The role emphasizes inspections, assessments, and project management while ensuring high standards of quality. Employees benefit from comprehensive medical coverage and a retirement savings plan with employer match.