Senior Civil Engineer – Hydropower & Dam Safety

Job Description:

• Serve as a key player for FERC Part 12D inspections and Comprehensive Assessments.
• Conduct dam safety evaluations in accordance with guidelines from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) or State Agencies.
• Perform and review hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling, including spillway capacity and PMF evaluations.
• Conduct structural and geotechnical analyses of dam structures, hydraulic gates, embankment, concrete, and appurtenant structures.
• Identify potential failure modes and participate in risk-informed decision-making processes.
• Develop recommendations for dam rehabilitation, stability improvements, seepage mitigation, and spillway upgrades.
• Lead design of new and/or rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, dams, spillways, gates, retaining walls, water conveyance structures, foundations.
• Lead technical development, licensing, and compliance efforts for hydroelectric projects with FERC and/or State Agencies.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, owners, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, inspection documentation, and regulatory filings.
• Provide construction support services including submittal review, site inspections, and quality assurance.
• Attend client meetings (both virtually and in-person).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from ABET accredited university (with emphasis in structural, geotechnical, or water resources engineering).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; multiple state registrations preferred.
• Minimum 8–15 years of experience in hydropower and dam engineering.
• Demonstrated experience supporting an IC under FERC Part 12D.
• Strong knowledge of FERC Dam Safety Guidelines and risk-informed decision-making processes.
• Concrete and steel design experience.
• Experience with H&H modeling software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS), slope stability software, and structural analysis tools.
• Experience with embankment dams, concrete gravity dams, spillways, outlet works, and hydroelectric facilities.
• Must have a valid driver's license without restrictions.

Benefits:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans.
• HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available.
• Full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.
• May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.

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