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Dam Safety Engineer/ Subject Matter ExpertHDR • Richmond, VA, United States
Dam Safety Engineer / Subject Matter Expert

Dam Safety Engineer / Subject Matter Expert

HDR • Richmond, VA, United States
1 day ago
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Dam Safety Engineer / Subject Matter Expert

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves : What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is looking for Professional Engineers for various disciplines and in multiple locations across the country to join our thriving and growing Hydropower Practice. HDR is a hydropower and dam safety industry leader. We are expert FERC Part 12 Dam Safety Program practitioners, and we are at the forefront of performing FERC Comprehensive Assessments (CAs) and Periodic Inspections (PIs). Specifically, HDR seeks Subject Matter Experts in Civil, Hydraulics / Hydrology, Structural, Geotechnical, Geological, and Mechanical engineering.

Our national Hydropower Practice engineering and regulatory team offers core services such as mechanical, electrical, structural, geotechnical and site civil engineering expertise in addition to environmental scientists and regulatory specialists. Hydropower generation is recognized as a critical and renewable component of the US energy portfolio, and our team provides engineering consulting services to all types of hydropower owners located across the U.S. and Canada. If you are looking for a vibrant work environment with career growth opportunities and the chance to work on innovative hydropower, pumped-storage and dam safety projects, we welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Hybrid or flexible work locations are available across the country. Primary duties of the Dam Safety Engineer / Subject Matter Expert include :

  • Support inspections and engineering assessments of existing dams and water retaining structures.
  • Conduct analyses, evaluations and designs; develop design options or recommendations with supporting calculations.
  • Preparation of contract documents including drawings, specifications, design documentation and criteria, and cost estimates including critical reports for various new and / or rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, gates, outlet works, diversion structures, retaining walls, floodwalls, water conveyance structures, foundations, etc.
  • Perform engineering assignments that may require critical thinking and creativity to address unique elements that have limited or no specific code based guidance.
  • Work with multi-disciplinary teams on a variety of hydropower, pumped storage and dam safety engineering projects.
  • Work independently as project engineer and provide oversight, checking, QA / QC and mentorship of staff as needed or if required.
  • Participate in risk assessments for dams and hydraulic structures.
  • Some travel is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Geological, or Geotechnical engineering (or related engineering degree).
  • Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in one of the following disciplines : Geotechnical, Geological, Civil / Structural or Hydrology and Hydraulics, or Mechanical engineering or life safety and economic consequence estimation.
  • Experience with dams, water conveyances or other constructed project works and infrastructure associated with hydropower and pumped-storage projects regulated by FERC or other agencies.
  • Experience working in a multi-discipline environment.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel and Word, AutoCAD and / or MicroStation experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task.
  • An attitude and commitment to quality, teaming, innovative problem solving, communication, relationship management, and the culture that is integral to our employee ownership model.
  • Ability to travel as needed for inspections, meetings or other requirements.
  • Experience specific to the hydropower industry. This could include one or more of the following :
  • Experience with the FERC dam safety regulatory process including preparation of DSSMPs, DSSMRs, STIDs, and participation in Part 12D dam safety inspections.
  • FERC dam safety assessment, analysis, and design experience.
  • Hydropower design experience relative to dams, penstocks, intakes, powerhouses, and / or retaining structures in and around hydropower facilities.
  • FERC SQRA facilitation training and experience.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 7 years related experience
  • A minimum 2 years project management experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
  • What We Believe

    HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

    Our Commitment

    As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

    Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic / Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

    We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Washington : $101,812 - $176,065; California : $117,887 - $199,030; Colorado : $117,887 - $168,410; New Jersey : $132,262 - $205,375; New York : $107,170 - $191,375; Ohio : $107,170 - $153,100; Connecticut : $117,887 - $168,410; Maryland : $112,529 - $160,755; Montana : $101,812 - $145,445; Washington D.C. : $128,604 - $183,720, Minnesota : $112,529.00- $176,065.00

    Primary Location :

    United States-Washington-Bellevue

    Other Locations :

    United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park, United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem, United States-Oregon-Salem, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-California-Irvine, United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-Florida-Tallahassee, United States-Colorado-Fort Collins, United States-New York-Albany, United States-California-Folsom, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Montana-Bozeman, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Montana-Billings, United States-Montana-Helena, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Virginia-Arlington, United States-Washington-Pasco, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-California-Claremont, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Oregon-Bend, United States-Missouri-St Louis, United States-Georgia-Savannah, United States-Arizona-Tucson, United States-Arkansas-Little Rock, United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Vancouver, United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs, United States-Wisconsin-Milwaukee, United States-Maryland-Fulton, United States-Arizona-Phoenix, United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-Pennsylvania-Plymouth Meeting, United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Montana-Kalispell, United States-Virginia-Richmond, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor, United States-Ohio-Cleveland, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Florida-West Palm Beach, United States-Arkansas-North Little Rock, United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Kentucky-Lexington, United States-Kansas-Olathe, United States-Georgia-Pooler, United States-Missouri-Kansas City, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-Tennessee-Nashville, United States-California-San Jose, United States-New Jersey-Newark, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Florida-Pensacola, United States-New Mexico-Albuquerque, United States-New York-White Plains, United States-South Carolina-Rock Hill, United States-Minnesota-St. Paul, United States-California-San Francisco, United States-South Carolina-Charleston, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Florida-Orlando, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-New York-Syracuse, United States-California-San Diego, United States-Virginia-Norfolk, United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-California-Riverside, United States-Montana-Butte, United States-Florida-Miami, United States-New Jersey-Pennington, United States-California-Sacramento, United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill, United States-New York-New York, United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor, United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-Michigan-Detroit, United States-Maine-Portland, United States-California-Oakland, United States-Idaho-Coeur d'Alene, United States-New Hampshire-Manchester, United States-New Jersey-Woodcliff Lake, United States-Florida-Jacksonville, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-Idaho-Boise, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-West Virginia-Charleston

    Industry : Power

    Schedule : Full-time

    Employee Status : Regular

    BusinessClass : Hydropower

    Job Posting : Jul 18, 2024

    At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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