Structural Engineer - Senior Level - Hydropower Focus

LVI Associates; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Travel opportunities

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead multidisciplinary projects focusing on dams, hydropower facilities, and water infrastructure. You will oversee analysis, design, and rehabilitation efforts while coordinating with clients and internal teams.

The role offers hybrid and remote options, travel for site assessments, and the opportunity to advance water resources and dam safety programs across multiple markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or closely related discipline with emphasis in structural analysis and design.
• PE license is required.
• 8+ years of structural engineering experience involving dams, hydraulic structures, hydropower facilities, or other heavy civil infrastructure.
• Experience with structural analysis/design software such as RISA 3D, STAAD, MathCAD, or similar.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent design platforms.

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

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

PE license

Tools

RISA 3D

STAAD

MathCAD

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

An established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to support multidisciplinary projects involving dams, hydropower facilities, flood control infrastructure, and other critical water resources assets. This role offers the opportunity to lead technical work, manage projects, and collaborate with clients on complex infrastructure programs.

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.