Dam Safety Engineer & SME — Hydropower & FERC Expert

HDR; Claremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 117,887 - 199,030; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Dam Safety Engineer/ Subject Matter Expert to join their growing Hydropower Practice in Claremont, CA. This key role involves conducting engineering assessments, inspections, and providing design solutions for hydraulic structures. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality and teamwork in a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in relevant disciplines.
• Experience with FERC dam safety regulations and inspections preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Support inspections and engineering assessments of existing dams.
• Conduct analyses and develop design options with supporting calculations.
• Prepare contract documents and perform engineering assignments.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

A leading engineering firm seeks a Dam Safety Engineer/ Subject Matter Expert to join their growing Hydropower Practice in Claremont, CA. This key role involves conducting engineering assessments, inspections, and providing design solutions for hydraulic structures. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality and teamwork in a flexible work environment.