Senior Structural Engineer Hydropower Focus

LVI Associates; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Remote options

Job summary

LVI Associates in Denver, CO is seeking a senior structural engineer to lead dam and hydro facilities projects and manage client relationships.

You will perform structural analysis, design, rehab, and safety reviews for dams and water infrastructure, coordinating across multidisciplinary teams. Travel may be required; hybrid/remote options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or closely related discipline with emphasis in structural analysis and design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Approximately 8+ years of structural engineering experience involving dams, hydraulic structures, hydropower facilities, or other heavy civil infrastructure.
• Experience using structural analysis and design software such as RISA 3D, STAAD, MathCAD, or similar programs.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent design platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel periodically for project and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of dams, hydraulic structures, and water infrastructure assets.
• Conduct dam safety reviews, inspections, audits, and risk-informed assessments.
• Support projects involving spillways, outlet works, pump stations, culverts, overflow structures, decant systems, and related facilities.
• Lead project planning, execution, scheduling, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
• Interface directly with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to provide technical guidance and project updates.
• Participate in field investigations, site inspections, and occasional construction support activities.
• Contribute to business development efforts and maintain strong client relationships within the water resources and hydropower sectors.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Willingness to travel

Education

PE license

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA 3D

STAAD

MathCAD

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Permanent

$115,000 - $140,000 USD a year

Conventional Power Generation

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of dams, hydraulic structures, and water infrastructure assets.
• Conduct dam safety reviews, inspections, audits, and risk-informed assessments.
• Support projects involving spillways, outlet works, pump stations, culverts, overflow structures, decant systems, and related facilities.
• Lead project planning, execution, scheduling, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
• Interface directly with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to provide technical guidance and project updates.
• Participate in field investigations, site inspections, and occasional construction support activities.
• Contribute to business development efforts and maintain strong client relationships within the water resources and hydropower sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related discipline with an emphasis in structural analysis and design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Approximately 8+ years of structural engineering experience involving dams, hydraulic structures, hydropower facilities, or other heavy civil infrastructure.
• Experience using structural analysis and design software such as RISA 3D, STAAD, MathCAD, or similar programs.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent design platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel periodically for project and client needs.

Preferred Experience

• Advanced degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Experience with dam safety programs, inspections, and risk-informed decision-making methodologies.
• Familiarity with hydroelectric generation facilities and dam appurtenant structures.
• Understanding of federal dam safety guidelines and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience performing structural stability evaluations and safety assessments of hydraulic infrastructure.
• Background working for consulting engineering organizations supporting water resources, hydropower, or dam safety programs.

Additional Information

• Flexible work arrangements available, including hybrid and remote options depending on candidate qualifications and business needs.
• Role includes a combination of office-based engineering work and occasional field assignments.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile water resources, dam safety, hydropower, and infrastructure projects across multiple markets.