Senior Dam Safety Engineer | FERC IC Ready - Hybrid Roles

HDR, Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading hydropower and engineering firm is seeking a Senior Dam Safety Engineer to join its dynamic hydropower practice. In this role, you'll perform critical inspections and assessments of dams, manage various projects, and lead design efforts. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in hydropower, a Professional Engineer license, and strong leadership skills. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available within the U.S.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in the hydropower sector.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with FERC regulations and dam safety programs essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and assessments of dams and structures.
• Conduct engineering analyses and develop design options.
• Lead design efforts for hydraulic structures and related projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Technical Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Finite Element Software (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS)

Job description

A leading hydropower and engineering firm is seeking a Senior Dam Safety Engineer to join its dynamic hydropower practice. In this role, you'll perform critical inspections and assessments of dams, manage various projects, and lead design efforts. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in hydropower, a Professional Engineer license, and strong leadership skills. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available within the U.S.