Senior Hydraulics Engineer — Lead Water Resources Projects

McMillen

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 153,000 - 250,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package
Stock ownership opportunity
Wellness reimbursement
9 paid holidays
Generous PTO

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. seeks a Senior Applied Hydraulics Engineer to lead hydraulic engineering for large water resources projects. You will guide teams on dams, energy, fisheries, infrastructure, or natural resources with broad technical leadership.

The role requires PE licensure, extensive hydraulic experience, and ability to travel up to 25%. You will participate in business development and strategic initiatives within a multidisciplinary firm.

Qualifications

  • Required civil or hydraulic engineering degrees with PE licensure.
  • Extensive hydraulic engineering experience for large water resources projects.
  • PM experience and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Lead discussions, meetings, and workshops for project teams and clients
  • Ensure work elements meet quality standards and project requirements
  • Initiate and lead marketing and business development pursuits
  • Identify opportunities with clients to support growth
  • Prepare and oversee project deliverables across components
  • Lead QA/QC reviews per client and company policies
  • Manage project risks and staff workloads
  • Develop strategic initiatives and mentor staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering
Master’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering
20 years of experience in hydraulic engineering
10 years of project management experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience with FERC regulations
Stakeholder engagement, persuasion and negotiation
Leadership and team-building
Travel up to 25% monthly

Job description

McMillen, Inc. seeks a Senior Applied Hydraulics Engineer to lead hydraulic engineering for large water resources projects. You will guide teams on dams, energy, fisheries, infrastructure, or natural resources with broad technical leadership.

The role requires PE licensure, extensive hydraulic experience, and ability to travel up to 25%. You will participate in business development and strategic initiatives within a multidisciplinary firm.

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