Senior Interdisciplinary Operations Lead (Hydro & Navigation)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District, is seeking an expert engineer to serve as a technical advisor on operation and maintenance of multipurpose facilities, hydropower generating facilities, and navigation assets.

Responsibilities include long-range planning, policy recommendations, and oversight of hydro, flood risk management, recreation, and environmental stewardship programs, with emphasis on safe, reliable project operations.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in operations and maintenance of major water storage facilities or navigational projects.
• Ability to plan and develop program goals and execute Federal navigation/hydropower operations.
• Knowledge of emergency management, regulatory compliance, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as expert advisor on operation and maintenance of hydro facilities and navigation assets.
• Provide planning and policy recommendations to PSDDA and related disposal and cleanup programs.
• Oversee technical staff across hydro, flood risk, recreation, and environmental stewardship.
• Plan long-range equipment additions and scheduling for navigation projects.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and agency directives.
• Participate in asset management and capital improvement execution.
• Direct and coordinate engineering work for hydroelectric power plants, reservoirs, and dams.

Skills

Budget Administration

Leadership

Oral Communication

Technical Competence

Job description

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District, is seeking an expert engineer to serve as a technical advisor on operation and maintenance of multipurpose facilities, hydropower generating facilities, and navigation assets.

Responsibilities include long-range planning, policy recommendations, and oversight of hydro, flood risk management, recreation, and environmental stewardship programs, with emphasis on safe, reliable project operations.