ENTRUST Solutions GroupRemote
Sr. Civil Engineer - Hydropower & Dam Safety
United States of America
Full Time
2 weeks ago
$120,000 - $165,000 USD
H1B Sponsor Likely
Key skills
Civil EngineeringHydropower EngineeringDam SafetyFERC Part 12D InspectionsFERC Dam Safety GuidelinesRisk-Informed Decision-MakingConcrete DesignSteel DesignHydrologicHydraulic ModelingHEC-RASHEC-HMSSlope Stability AnalysisStructural AnalysisEmbankment DamsConcrete Gravity DamsSpillwaysOutlet WorksHydroelectric FacilitiesProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseStructural EngineeringGeotechnical EngineeringWater Resources EngineeringRISA 3DSTAAD.ProANSYSAutoCADMicrostation
About this role
ENTRUST Solutions Group is looking for a Sr. Civil Engineer with specialized experience in hydropower facilities and dam safety. The role involves supporting dam safety inspections, risk assessments, design modifications, and regulatory coordination for hydropower projects across the United States and Canada.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a key player for FERC Part 12D inspections and Comprehensive Assessments
- Conduct dam safety evaluations in accordance with guidelines from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) or State Agencies
- Perform and review hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling, including spillway capacity and PMF evaluations
- Conduct structural and geotechnical analyses of dam structures, hydraulic gates, embankment, concrete, and appurtenant structures
- Identify potential failure modes and participate in risk-informed decision-making processes
- Develop recommendations for dam rehabilitation, stability improvements, seepage mitigation, and spillway upgrades
- Lead design of new and/or rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, dams, spillways, gates, retaining walls, water conveyance structures, foundations
- Lead technical development, licensing, and compliance efforts for hydroelectric projects with FERC and/or State Agencies
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies, owners, and multidisciplinary teams
- Prepare detailed technical reports, inspection documentation, and regulatory filings
- Provide construction support services including submittal review, site inspections, and quality assurance
- Attend client meetings (both virtually and in-person)
- Travel as required but not expected to exceed 25%
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET accredited university (with emphasis in structural, geotechnical, or water resources engineering)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required; multiple state registrations preferred
- Minimum 8–15 years of experience in hydropower and dam engineering
- Demonstrated experience supporting an IC under FERC Part 12D
- Strong knowledge of FERC Dam Safety Guidelines and risk-informed decision-making processes
- Concrete and steel design experience
- Experience with H&H modeling software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS), slope stability software, and structural analysis tools
- Experience with embankment dams, concrete gravity dams, spillways, outlet works, and hydroelectric facilities
- Must have a valid driver's license without restrictions
- FERC approved Independent Consultant (IC) experience not required but considered a plus
- Penstock, safety valve and/or hydroelectric powerhouse experience
- Experience with RISA 3D, STAAD.Pro, ANSYS or other structural modelling software
- Experience in AutoCAD, Microstation or other 2D and 3D modelling software (drafting will likely not be part of your role, but experience with the software our drafters and designers use is still very valuable)