Dam Safety Engineer – Hydropower & Dams, Hybrid

HDR; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 101,812 - 176,065; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Short and long‑term disability

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time away, parental leave

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Professional Engineer to enhance its Hydropower Practice in Nashville, TN. This role supports inspections, conducts engineering assessments, and prepares contract documents for hydropower infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills and a bachelor's degree in engineering with at least 8 years of relevant experience. HDR emphasizes quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions, offering a hybrid work setting with robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in engineering fields.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Commitment to quality, teamwork, and innovative problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Support inspections and assessments of existing dams.
• Conduct design analyses and prepare contract documents.
• Act as independent project engineer, providing oversight.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivation

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Geological, or Geotechnical engineering

Tools

MS Project

Access

Job description

HDR is seeking a Professional Engineer to enhance its Hydropower Practice in Nashville, TN. This role supports inspections, conducts engineering assessments, and prepares contract documents for hydropower infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills and a bachelor's degree in engineering with at least 8 years of relevant experience. HDR emphasizes quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions, offering a hybrid work setting with robust benefits.