HDR
Overview
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. Hybrid or flexible work locations are available across the country.
Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
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, including:
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
Equal Opportunity HDR is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories or arrest and conviction records. We are committed to employment equity and fostering an inclusive environment.
Location
Primary Location : United States-Washington-Bellevue
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Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
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, including:
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
Equal Opportunity HDR is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories or arrest and conviction records. We are committed to employment equity and fostering an inclusive environment.
Location
Primary Location : United States-Washington-Bellevue
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