Dam Safety Engineer/ Subject Matter Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work location

Employee ownership

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Dam Safety Engineer to oversee inspections and evaluations of dams. Candidates should have significant experience in civil or geotechnical engineering, with a focus on hydropower projects. Responsibilities include project management, mentoring staff, and conducting detailed engineering analyses. The role offers hybrid work flexibility and competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in engineering disciplines.
• Strong understanding of dam safety and hydropower projects.
• Proficient in project management and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Support inspections and assessments of dams and water structures.
• Conduct engineering analyses and develop design options.
• Mentor and oversee project engineering teams.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Hydrology

Geotechnical Engineering

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Dam Safety Engineer/ Subject Matter Expert

HDR is looking for Professional Engineers for various disciplines and in multiple locations across the country to join our thriving and growing Hydropower Practice. HDR is a hydropower and dam safety industry leader. We are expert FERC Part 12 Dam Safety Program practitioners, and we are at the forefront of performing FERC Comprehensive Assessments (CAs) and Periodic Inspections (PIs). Specifically, HDR seeks Subject Matter Experts in Civil, Hydraulics/Hydrology, Structural, Geotechnical, Geological, and Mechanical engineering.

Hybrid or flexible work locations are available across the country.

Primary Duties

• Support inspections and engineering assessments of existing dams and water retaining structures.
• Conduct analyses, evaluations and designs; develop design options or recommendations with supporting calculations.
• Preparation of contract documents including drawings, specifications, design documentation and criteria, and cost estimates including critical reports for various new and/or rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, gates, outlet works, diversion structures, retaining walls, floodwalls, water conveyance structures, foundations, etc.
• Perform engineering assignments that may require critical thinking and creativity to address unique elements that have limited or no specific code based guidance.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams on a variety of hydropower, pumped storage and dam safety engineering projects.
• Work independently as project engineer and provide oversight, checking, QA/QC and mentorship of staff as needed or if required.
• Participate in risk assessments for dams and hydraulic structures.
• Some travel is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Geological, or Geotechnical engineering (or related engineering degree).
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in one of the following disciplines: Geotechnical, Geological, Civil/Structural or Hydrology and Hydraulics, or Mechanical engineering or life safety and economic consequence estimation.
• Experience with dams, water conveyances or other constructed project works and infrastructure associated with hydropower and pumped-storage projects regulated by FERC or other agencies.
• Experience working in a multi-discipline environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel and Word, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task.
• An attitude and commitment to quality, teaming, innovative problem solving, communication, relationship management, and the culture that is integral to our employee ownership model.
• Ability to travel as needed for inspections, meetings or other requirements.
• Experience specific to the hydropower industry, including one or more of the following:
  • Experience with the FERC dam safety regulatory process including preparation of DSSMPs, DSSMRs, STIDs, and participation in Part 12D dam safety inspections;
  • FERC dam safety assessment, analysis, and design experience;
  • Hydropower design experience relative to dams, penstocks, intakes, powerhouses, and/or retaining structures in and around hydropower facilities;
  • FERC SQRA facilitation training and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 years project management experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Washington: $101,812 - $176,065; California: $117,887 - $199,030; Colorado : $117,887 - $168,410; New Jersey: $132,262 - $205,375; New York: $107,170 - $191,375; Ohio: $107,170 - $153,100; Connecticut: $117,887 - $168,410; Maryland: $112,529 - $160,755; Montana: $101,812 - $145,445; Washington D.C.: $128,604 - $183,720; Minnesota: $112,529 - $176,065.

Locations

• Primary Location: United States-Washington-Bellevue
• Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte; United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park; United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem; United States-Oregon-Salem; United States-Maryland-Baltimore; United States-Montana-Missoula; United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC; United States-California-Irvine; United States-Wisconsin-Madison; United States-Florida-Tallahassee; United States-Colorado-Fort Collins; United States-New York-Albany; United States-California-Folsom; United States-Oregon-Portland; United States-Montana-Bozeman; United States-Washington-Seattle; United States-Montana-Billings; United States-Montana-Helena; United States-Washington-Spokane; United States-Virginia-Arlington; United States-Washington-Pasco; United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach; United States-California-Claremont; United States-Massachusetts-Boston; United States-Colorado-Denver; United States-Oregon-Bend; United States-Missouri-St Louis; United States-Georgia-Savannah; United States-Arizona-Tucson; United States-Arkansas-Little Rock; United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg; United States-Washington-Olympia; United States-Washington-Vancouver; United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs; United States-New York-Syracuse; United States-California-San Diego; United States-Virginia-Norfolk; United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia; United States-Virginia-Glen Allen; United States-California-Riverside; United States-Montana-Butte; United States-Florida-Miami; United States-New Jersey-Pennington; United States-California-Sacramento; United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill; United States-New York-New York; United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor; United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem; United States-Michigan-Detroit; United States-Maine-Portland; United States-California-Oakland; United States-Idaho-Coeur d'Alene; United States-New Hampshire-Manchester; United States-New Jersey-Woodcliff Lake; United States-Florida-Jacksonville; United States-California-Los Angeles; United States-Idaho-Boise; United States-North Carolina-Raleigh; United States-West Virginia-Charleston

Additional

• Industry: Power
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• BusinessClass: Hydropower
• Job Posting: Jul 18, 2024

HDR is committed to employment equity and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.