Structural Engineer - Hydropower
About the role
We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join our nationally recognized Hydropower Practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural engineering and be ready to take on the challenges of designing, repairing, and retrofitting utility projects.
Responsibilities
- Review structural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.
- Write and edit structural specifications, select procedures, materials and their respective sizes, and complete necessary calculations.
- Independently coordinate the work of the structural design team through the design development and contract document phases of a project.
- Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
- Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
- Take responsibility for coordinating workload through design development and construction document phases to complete the documents on schedule.
- Cook up and assist with affected disciplines, with any addendum, requests for information, change proposal requests and change orders, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Requirements
- Familiarity with concrete dams, structural steel gates, and stability of concrete structures is desirable but not required.
- Experience with Hydropower is a plus.
- Masters degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
- Ability to perform field inspections at operating power generation facilities or dams.
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with concrete dams, structural steel gates, and stability of concrete structures is desirable but not required.
- Experience with Hydropower is a plus.
- Masters degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
- Ability to perform field inspections at operating power generation facilities or dams.
- Previous structural engineer experience.
- Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar.
- Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. As an employee-owner, you also have the opportunity to participate in decision-making processes and share in the success of the company.
Pay
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
This position is full-time and is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. However, remote work may be considered for the right candidate.
Business Class
Our Hydropower Engineering team works on a variety of projects, including the modernization and sustainability of hydropower facilities across the Southeast. We are dedicated to ensuring that these facilities continue to power communities and industries for years to come.
Company Culture
At HDR, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We strive to foster a culture of inclusion and encourage our employees to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our employee-owned culture empowers us to collaborate, innovate, and make a positive impact on the world.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HDR is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.