Hydropower EIT

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

About the role

HDR is seeking Civil/Structural Engineering EIT's to join the Northern California Hydropower Engineering team and build a career in a specialized clean-energy field supporting hydropower, dam safety, grid reliability, and water infrastructure modernization. Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands-on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities, construction support, and multidisciplinary problem solving with mentorship from experienced Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills through project work, field assignments, training, and mentorship while learning how hydropower facilities support renewable energy, dam safety, water management, and resilient power systems
• Support field inspections, site observations, condition assessments, and drawing verification for powerhouses, dams, canals, substations, switchyards, intake towers, spillways, and related water and power infrastructure
• Support construction-phase engineering activities, including field information review, RFIs, submittals, construction observations, and record drawing updates
• Update existing drawings and assist with developing new engineering drawings using Autodesk or Bentley products
• Assist with analyses, engineering calculations, cost estimates, specifications, design documentation, and quality review packages under the guidance of project engineers
• Support inspection reports, technical memoranda, and project documentation with guidance from project engineers and technical staff
• Complete clearly defined tasks and support small projects or portions of larger multidisciplinary assignments
• Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certificate
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or graduate coursework in civil, structural, water resources, geotechnical, or a closely related engineering field
• Interest in hydropower, dam safety, power, utilities, renewable energy, or related infrastructure projects
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Self-motivated learner who asks questions, seeks guidance from project engineers, senior engineers, and hydropower subject matter experts, applies feedback, and builds technical skills through training and hands-on project work
• Commitment to taking ownership of assigned work, contributing to team success, and learning how HDR's employee-ownership culture supports client service and long-term success
• Internship, co-op, research, capstone, or academic project experience related to hydropower, dam safety, power, utilities, renewable energy, water infrastructure, or construction
• Familiarity with engineering design, analysis, mapping, or documentation tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, HEC-RAS, GIS, Mathcad, Excel, or similar software
• Interest in field work, site visits, construction observation, or hands-on learning at hydropower, dam, water infrastructure, or utility facilities

Benefits

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
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement

Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is $70,304.00 - $96,800.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time

Location

United States-California-Sacramento or United States-California-Folsom

At HDR, 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.