Senior Technical Advisor / Senior Water Facilities Design Engineering / Hydraulics / Conveyance Systems / Pump Stations

About the role

BGE, Inc. is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. This Senior Technical Advisor position leads the design and engineering efforts for Water Engineering Design Needs across all major client projects, serving as the technical expert and engineer for complex water infrastructure projects including pump stations, lift stations, dams, structures, tunnels, and pipelines. The role is critical to BGE's water business expansion strategy, specifically in hydraulic facilities and conveyance systems, and directly supports the company's strategic initiative to expand in water and energy markets, with potential to grow the business in Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, and beyond Texas.

Office Options: You can work in any of our BGE offices in the Southern US but preferably in Texas (even open to remote based on the right candidate).

Responsibilities

• Perform Technical Advisor/Subject Matter Expert engineering work on a variety of civil engineering projects related to water systems including modeling, pipeline, lift stations and pump stations facilities.
• Advise and mentor engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Partner with senior staff in developing and maintaining client relationships as the Technical Expert Point of Contact.
• Provide Technical Engineering support for the development of project pursuits, proposals, and interviews.
• Serve as the technical expert and engineer for complex water infrastructure projects including pump stations, lift stations, dams, structures, tunnels, and pipelines.
• Be the go-to resource to solve complex technical problems, mentor emerging talent and help establish BGE as a recognized leader in the hydraulic facilities practice.
• Contribute to the leadership of emerging engineers in high performance operational and technical procedures, as well as relationship building and community involvement.
• Participate in regional, state and/or national engineering societies (e.g., Hydraulic Institute) — BGE will sponsor those continuing relationships.
• Advise on large-scale water infrastructure projects involving pumping systems, raw water, treated water, sewage, and storm drain systems; complex pipeline projects; design-build and alternative delivery projects; projects across multiple states and potentially nationally; vendor and manufacturer relationships for pumping equipment and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain vendor and manufacturer relationships (Flowserve, Smith Pumps, Hydraulic Institute) and other industry networks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Registered PE in Texas required or through reciprocity within 6 months of hire (will have PE license in multiple states across Southern US).
• 15+ years' experience working in public works and/or municipal services projects.
• Previous experience designing and engineering water facilities (hydraulics, pump stations, and piping design).
• 10+ years of experience working in water & sewer system planning and design, including 3 or more years in Project Management.
• Experience in business development, developing, and growing relationships with new clients.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant CAD software; Civil 3D preferred.
• Experience with Water Modeling Software (WaterGEMS, InfoWater, or comparable) preferred.

Skills & Expertise

• Deep expertise in hydraulic facilities, pump stations, and lift stations (highest priority).
• Experience with large diameter pipelines and conveyance systems (highest priority).
• Knowledge of dams, structures, and tunnels.
• Understanding water movement systems (raw water, treated water, sewage, storm drain).
• Vendor and manufacturer relationships for pumping equipment and hydraulic systems (Flowserve, Smith Pumps, Hydraulic Institute).

Benefits

• 401(k) Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting.
• Merit-Based Bonus Compensation.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans.
• 9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays.
• Personal Time Allowances.
• 2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
• "Unlimited" Sick Days.
• Mentorship Program – Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
• Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family.
• Comprehensive benefits package including outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.
• Organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career.