Senior Applied Hydraulics Engineer

Webuildidaho; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Opportunity for stock ownership

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Senior Applied Hydraulics Engineer in Los Angeles, California. Candidates need extensive experience in hydraulic engineering and project management, along with a PE license. This role will involve leading project discussions and ensuring quality deliverables.

The successful applicant will thrive in a collaborative environment and be dedicated to fostering the growth of future engineering leaders. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $153,000 - $250,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience in hydraulic engineering.
• 10 years of project management experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead discussions, meetings, and workshops for project teams and clients.
• Ensure multiple work elements produced by support staff meet established quality standards.
• Prepare and oversee project deliverables, including reports and specifications.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Project management

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Applied Hydraulics Engineer to join our team.

The successful candidate will be a recognized leader in Hydraulic engineering for large water resources projects with demonstrated technical expertise, particularly as it applies to dams, energy, fisheries, infrastructure, or natural resources.

Who we are

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee‑owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting‑edge technology, and a balanced work‑life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.

Responsibilities

• Lead discussions, meetings, and workshops for project teams and clients
• Ensure multiple work elements produced by support staff meet established quality standards and project requirements
• Initiate and lead marketing and business development pursuits
• Identify and pursue opportunities with new and existing clients to support business growth
• Prepare and oversee project deliverables, including reports, letters, technical memoranda, drawings, and specifications across multiple project components
• Implement and lead technical and management QA/QC reviews for projects in accordance with client requirements and company policies
• Actively manage project and organizational risks associated with deliverables and work products
• Participate in the development and execution of strategic initiatives
• Direct and delegate workloads effectively while holding staff accountable for performance and results
• Train, evaluate, recruit, and mentor staff with the goal of developing future technical and management leaders within the firm

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering required
• Master’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering required
• 20 years of experience in hydraulic engineering
• 10 years of project management experience preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Experience with FERC regulations is preferred
• Demonstrated skills in stakeholder engagement, persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
• Proven ability to effectively integrate resources and talent to build and lead high‑performing project teams
• Ability to provide meaningful input on key business operations and strategic decisions
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent tasks
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, lead project tasks, work independently, and remain self‑motivated
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% monthly

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Package

• Pay Range: $153,000 - $250,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

EEO

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.