Dam Safety Engineer/ Subject Matter Expert
18 hours ago
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OnsiteFull-timeMid
Summary
HDR is seeking a Dam Safety Engineer/ Subject Matter Expert to join their Hydropower Practice. The role involves supporting inspections and engineering assessments of dams and water retaining structures, conducting analyses, and preparing contract documents.
About the Role
As a Dam Safety Engineer/ Subject Matter Expert, you will be responsible for supporting inspections and engineering assessments of existing dams and water retaining structures. Your daily tasks will include conducting analyses, evaluations, and designs; developing design options or recommendations; preparing contract documents including drawings and specifications; performing engineering assignments that require critical thinking; working with multi-disciplinary teams; and participating in risk assessments for dams and hydraulic structures. Some travel is required.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 7 years related experience
- A minimum of 2 years project management experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- MS Office and MS Project experience
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Commitment to being an active participant in the employee-owned culture
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Geological, or Geotechnical engineering
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Geotechnical, Geological, Civil/Structural, or Hydrology and Hydraulics, or Mechanical engineering
- Experience with dams and water conveyances associated with hydropower and pumped-storage projects
- Experience working in a multi-discipline environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Experience specific to the hydropower industry
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time away and parental leave
- Paid holidays
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Employee referral bonus
- Tuition reimbursement
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.
Roanoke, VA