Lead Dam Safety Engineer III - Hybrid (Statewide)

State of North Carolina

Raleigh (NC)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 97,000

Full time

38 hours ago

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Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking an Engineer III (NS) in its DEMLR division to supervise the Engineering Review Program related to dam safety. You will lead technical reviews, permitting, inspections, and enforcement efforts to protect the public and environment across North Carolina.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and a PE license (or obtain one within nine months).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering and four years of progressively responsible experience.
Must possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) License or obtain one within nine months of start date.
Obtaining and maintaining a PE license is a continuing condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Supervise and manage the Engineering Review Program for dam safety reviews, permitting, inspections, and enforcement.
Provide expert engineering support to central and regional staff, outside agencies, engineers, and stakeholders.
Train regional staff on dam inspection procedures, records, and responses to owners.
Ensure records of dam conditions are kept and coordinate with Emergency Management during incidents.
Review geotechnical and hydrologic reports and supervise a team within the Dam Safety Program.