Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer — Dams & Flood Control

CDM Smith; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Hydraulic Structures Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team working on flood protection, water, and infrastructure projects in the United States and beyond. You will advance your career by leading engineers across disciplines and delivering high-impact design solutions.

The role includes design analysis, technical presentations, risk assessments, and active involvement in business development with occasional travel. Partial remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design hydraulic structures for flood control and water resources.
• Lead project teams and coordinate with multi-disciplinary groups.
• Prepare proposals including scopes, budgets and schedules.
• Forecast workload and schedules; monitor budgets and progress.
• Prepare contract documents, drawings and specifications; guide others or contribute.

Skills

Hydraulic analysis

Project leadership

Communication skills

CADD proficiency

Finite element modeling

Excel proficiency

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

10 years related experience

Willingness to travel

Tools

STAAD

RISA

Enercalc

MathCad

SAP2000

LS-DYNA/ANSYS

AutoCAD

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Hydraulic Structures Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team working on flood protection, water, and infrastructure projects in the United States and beyond. You will advance your career by leading engineers across disciplines and delivering high-impact design solutions.

The role includes design analysis, technical presentations, risk assessments, and active involvement in business development with occasional travel. Partial remote work options are available.