Senior Dam Safety Engineer
About the role
We are seeking a committed, detail-oriented individual to utilize their knowledge and experience for our clients' immediate and future projects. This position will be a key part of the Dam Safety team’s leadership, and is expected to contribute to both project work and proposal development of the team's professional services.
Responsibilities
- Oversee, coordinate, and direct design teams for FERC and state-regulated projects
- Perform dam safety evaluations and design, including FERC Part 12 inspections
- Conduct earthen embankment design and geotechnical evaluation of earthen dams (large and small), as well as civil works projects
- Develop geotechnical monitoring and testing programs as well as analysis of results
- Develop and/or review construction sequencing, design plans and specifications, and permit applications for dam-related civil projects
- Lead technical discussions with regulators and clients as well as at public meetings
- Technical writing for project documents, as well as review of other engineers' technical writing
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring for other engineers in their project work and professional development
- Market professional services, write proposals, estimate costs, and schedule projects
Requirements
- BS in civil or geotechnical engineering, or other appropriate field (MS preferred)
- Registered as a Professional Engineer and committed to maintaining registrations in multiple northeastern states to support our regional business practice
- Qualified to become a FERC Part 12 inspector immediately, if not already approved
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Training and/or experience in risk-based analysis desired
- 15+ years of experience preferred in the following areas:
- Project management
- Geotechnical engineering related to dams and water retaining structures
- Dam safety evaluations and design
- Development, implementation, and evaluation of geotechnical investigation, testing, and monitoring programs
- Evaluation of earthquake response of embankments
- Client interaction and staff mentoring
- Proposal development
Qualifications
- Experience with other aspects of dam safety, such as grouting repairs, hydrology/hydraulics, and/or structural engineering a plus
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in relevant software and tools
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, competitive vacation, compensation time, and flexible holiday benefits, paid sick leave, and the ability to establish an extended medical leave account. We also provide education assistance and professional development programs, parental leave, and Dependent Care FSAs. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, or any other protected status.