Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer

GEI Consultants

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 185,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Hybrid Work Schedules

Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer to lead projects involving the design, inspection, and evaluation of hydraulic structures. Candidates should have a B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering and over 10 years of experience in the field. The role includes responsibilities like structural analysis, collaboration with project managers, and the development of technical documents. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

10 years of professional experience in Civil/Structural Engineering.
Licensed as Professional Engineer in California or ability to obtain within one year.
Willing to travel to site locations as needed.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Lead large projects within technical specialty.
Perform structural analysis and design of hydraulic structures.
Collaborate with senior project managers across the company.
Develop construction drawings, specifications, and reports.

Skills

Strong theoretical background in earthquake/seismic engineering

Finite element modeling

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to work well in a team

Education

B.S. degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

M.S. or Ph.D. degree preferred

Tools

SAP2000

LS DYNA

ANSYS

Job description

EngineeringPortland,Oregon Salary: USD 120000 - 185000 Annually

GEI's California Water resources practice is growing, and we are seeking a Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer. Candidate would also provide support to GEI’s companywide Structural/Geo-Structural practice. This individual will lead inspection, evaluation, design, and construction observation of hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, outlet works, gates, water conveyance structures, pump stations. Strong design experience with steel, concrete and theoretical background with experience in applying analyses to practical solutions, including linear and non-linear finite element modeling and analyses under static and dynamic loading is desired. Working knowledge of geotechnical engineering to assist in the design of soil/structure interaction elements is preferred. The selected candidate will work with senior leadership in GEI’s California Rancho Cordova office and elsewhere.

Lead large projects within technical specialty and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.
Responsibilities will include structural analysis and design of hydraulic structures related to dams, flood control, hydroelectric facilities, and other water resource projects.
Typical structures include spillways, outlet works, canals, storm drainage facilities, flood walls, and pump stations.
Collaborate with senior project managers and technical staff across the company
Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel
Review technical reports, letters and memoranda.
Lead, or provide oversight for preparation of design calculations, permit documents, and reports.
Develop construction drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates and bid documents
Lead development of project plans, schedules and budgets
Lead proposals to provide professional services and support other GEI offices with proposals and the delivery of professional services.

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with an M.S./Ph.D degree preferred
10 years of professional experience in Civil/Structural Engineering.
Licensed as Professional Engineer in California or ability to obtain within one year of hire date
Strong theoretical background in earthquake/seismic engineering and finite element modeling with expertise in using standard structural engineering software (SAP2000 and LS DYNA/ANSYS)
Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work well alone and in a team atmosphere
Willing to travel to site locations, as-needed, including field assignments
Valid driver’s license

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