Senior Hydraulics Lead – Water Resources & Dam Projects

McMillen; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Applied Hydraulics Engineer to lead hydraulic engineering efforts on large water resources projects, including dams, energy, fisheries, infrastructure, and natural resources.

The candidate will be a recognized leader with extensive experience, capable of managing multidisciplinary teams across feasibility, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, while driving technical excellence and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering.
• 20 years of experience in hydraulic engineering.
• 10 years of project management experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with FERC regulations preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% monthly.

Responsibilities

• Lead discussions, meetings, and workshops for project teams and clients.
• Ensure multiple work elements produced by support staff meet 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 across multiple components.
• Implement and lead QA/QC reviews per client requirements and company policies.
• Actively manage project and organizational risks.
• Participate in development and execution of strategic initiatives.
• Direct and delegate workloads while mentoring staff.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering

Master’s in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Applied Hydraulics Engineer to lead hydraulic engineering efforts on large water resources projects, including dams, energy, fisheries, infrastructure, and natural resources.

The candidate will be a recognized leader with extensive experience, capable of managing multidisciplinary teams across feasibility, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, while driving technical excellence and client engagement.