Dam Safety Engineer & SME — Hydropower Expert

HDR; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Hybrid; USD 101,812 - 176,065; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Remote and flexible work options

Paid time away

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

HDR is looking for a Dam Safety Engineer/Subject Matter Expert to join their nationwide Hydropower Practice. This position involves engineering assessments, inspections, and collaboration on innovative hydropower projects. Applicants should possess a relevant engineering degree and at least eight years of experience in the field, particularly with dam safety and compliance. The role offers opportunities for career growth in a supportive and diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in engineering.
• Experience with FERC regulations and hydropower projects is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Support inspections and engineering assessments of dams and hydraulic structures.
• Conduct analyses, evaluations, and designs with supporting calculations.
• Preparation of contract documents for hydraulic structures.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

HDR is looking for a Dam Safety Engineer/Subject Matter Expert to join their nationwide Hydropower Practice. This position involves engineering assessments, inspections, and collaboration on innovative hydropower projects. Applicants should possess a relevant engineering degree and at least eight years of experience in the field, particularly with dam safety and compliance. The role offers opportunities for career growth in a supportive and diverse work environment.