Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Senior Dam Safety Engineer/ FERC Independent Consultant
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Senior Dam Safety Engineer/ FERC Independent Consultant - ( 180397 )
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HDR is looking for Senior Dam Safety Engineers and/or Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved Independent Consultants (IC) in multiple locations across the country to join our thriving and growing Hydropower Practice. HDR is a hydropower and dam safety industry leader, expert FERC Part 12 Dam Safety Program practitioners, and we are at the forefront of performing FERC Comprehensive Assessments (CA) and Periodic Inspections (PI).
The primary duties of the
Senior Dam Safety Engineer/ FERC Independent Consultant
include: Perform inspections of, and engineering assessments for dams and hydraulic structures (or participate in risk assessments for same); as required for FERC CAs/PIs or other purposes. Conduct engineering analyses, evaluations and designs; develop design options or recommendations for hydropower, pumped-storage and related dam safety projects. Lead design of various new and/or rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, gates, outlet works, diversion structures, retaining walls, floodwalls, water conveyance structures, or foundations for hydropower, pumped-storage and related dam safety projects. Apply critical thinking and creativity to address unique engineering challenges or problems. Prepare contract documents including drawings, specifications, design documentation and criteria, and cost estimates including critical reports. 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. Some travel is required. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering 10 years related experience A minimum 5 years project management experience Professional Engineer (PE) license MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus) Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical Engineering (or related engineering degree). Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience. 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. Familiarity of, and experience with FERC’s Part 12 Dam Safety Program, with emphasis on CAs, PIs and risk assessment. Experience working in a multi-discipline environment. Knowledge and experience with the FERC regulatory process including STIDs, PFMAs, CSIRs, and SQRAs. Approved FERC Independent Consultant or ability to demonstrate same within 1-2 years. Completion of training necessary to serve as IC or Facilitator for CAs. Familiarity with or experience performing structural analyses of hydraulic structures with use of finite element software (e.g. ANSYS, ABAQUS, SAP2000, STAAD, RISA, other). Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel and Word, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task. Ability to travel as needed for inspections, meetings or other requirements. An attitude and commitment to quality, teaming, innovative problem solving, communication, relationship management, and the culture that is integral to our employee ownership model. Primary Location
United States-Washington-Bellevue Other Locations
Various locations across the United States Industry
Power Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Business Class: Hydropower Job Posting
Jul 18, 2024 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
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Senior Dam Safety Engineer/ FERC Independent Consultant
include: Perform inspections of, and engineering assessments for dams and hydraulic structures (or participate in risk assessments for same); as required for FERC CAs/PIs or other purposes. Conduct engineering analyses, evaluations and designs; develop design options or recommendations for hydropower, pumped-storage and related dam safety projects. Lead design of various new and/or rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, gates, outlet works, diversion structures, retaining walls, floodwalls, water conveyance structures, or foundations for hydropower, pumped-storage and related dam safety projects. Apply critical thinking and creativity to address unique engineering challenges or problems. Prepare contract documents including drawings, specifications, design documentation and criteria, and cost estimates including critical reports. 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. Some travel is required. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering 10 years related experience A minimum 5 years project management experience Professional Engineer (PE) license MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus) Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical Engineering (or related engineering degree). Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience. 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. Familiarity of, and experience with FERC’s Part 12 Dam Safety Program, with emphasis on CAs, PIs and risk assessment. Experience working in a multi-discipline environment. Knowledge and experience with the FERC regulatory process including STIDs, PFMAs, CSIRs, and SQRAs. Approved FERC Independent Consultant or ability to demonstrate same within 1-2 years. Completion of training necessary to serve as IC or Facilitator for CAs. Familiarity with or experience performing structural analyses of hydraulic structures with use of finite element software (e.g. ANSYS, ABAQUS, SAP2000, STAAD, RISA, other). Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel and Word, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task. Ability to travel as needed for inspections, meetings or other requirements. An attitude and commitment to quality, teaming, innovative problem solving, communication, relationship management, and the culture that is integral to our employee ownership model. Primary Location
United States-Washington-Bellevue Other Locations
Various locations across the United States Industry
Power Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Business Class: Hydropower Job Posting
Jul 18, 2024 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
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