Senior Project Engineer - Civil

Webuildidaho; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 109,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Stock ownership opportunity

Job summary

Webuildidaho is seeking a Senior Project Engineer with 15-20 years of experience in water resource-related work. The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, professional registration, and strong skills in geotechnical analysis and project management. Responsibilities include managing multi-disciplinary teams, conducting field inspections, preparing technical reports, and ensuring adherence to safety practices. The compensation package includes a salary range of $109,000 - $160,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in water resource-related work.
• Professional Engineer registration required.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction related to dam infrastructures.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects, including client expectations and project scope.
• Conduct field inspections and evaluate geotechnical hazards.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, geologists, and scientists.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project Management

Field Engineering

Technical reporting

Microsoft Office suite

Communication skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

Tools

DIPS

UNWEDGE

SWEDGE

UDEC

Phase2

Rocscience SLIDE

Job description

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McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Senior Project Engineer - Civil with 15-20 years of experience focused in water resource-related work.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines for planning and executing work in a safe manner
• Work in conjunction with engineers, geologists, and scientists to solve project challenges, performing design calculations as required.
• Support dam safety engineering, by supporting the multi‑disciplinary needs of the dam safety programs
• Multi‑task across various disciplines and locations in support of dam and other hydroelectric specific project work
• Communicate professionally and effectively with a variety of subject‑matter experts and project contributors in a collaborative team environment
• Assist with feasibility studies by conducting research to assess challenges and develop solutions.
• Conduct field inspections; observe and participate in field exploration and testing programs; and perform site characterizations and evaluate geotechnical hazards
• Assist in the selection of criteria for planning, design, and construction of dams, tunnels, foundations, slopes, and earth‑retaining structures.
• Assess subsurface conditions, including soil and rock properties and geomechanical conditions, including review and interpretation of field maps, field logs, test data, and other field documentation. Evaluate field and laboratory test data and develop parameters for use in technical analyses.
• Conduct numerical analysis using programs such as DIPS, UNWEDGE, SWEDGE, UDEC, Phase2, Rocscience SLIDE.
• Prepare technical reports including geotechnical data reports, geotechnical baseline reports, field reports, technical memoranda, computation packages, feasibility reports, design and evaluation reports, construction drawings, and specifications.
• General knowledge of seismic analyses
• Provide field engineering support for projects during construction.
• Participate in professional development and training activities.
• Manage projects including client expectations and project scope, schedule, and budgets
• Project and Task Management effectively manage multi‑discipline teams for hydroelectric and dam projects
• Mentor more junior engineers in a respectful and collaborative manner that promotes positive team spirit

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering from an accredited university required (MS with a civil focus preferred)
• Professional Engineer registration required
• 10+ years of experience related to geotechnical analysis and design and/or dam safety engineering
• Skill in reading, interpreting and communicating contract documents, plans and specifications
• Knowledge of FERC Guidelines preferred
• Knowledge of the application of engineering and construction related to dam and hydro infrastructure
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to convey technical information through written and verbal communication (English)
• Ability to work in a team environment, work independently and be self‑motivated
• Willing to travel up to 25%
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

Compensation Package

• Pay Range: $109,000 - $160,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

EEO

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.