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CDM Smith · 1 month ago

Hydraulic Structures Engineer

USA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$133K/yr - $246K/yr

10+ years exp

CDM Smith is a multi-discipline engineering and architectural firm. As a Hydraulic Structures Engineer, you will analyze and design hydraulic structures for flood control and water resource projects, lead project teams, and prepare technical documentation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyTransportationWater

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Analyze and design hydraulic structures related to flood control, hydroelectric, and other water resource projects such as dams, spillways, gates, outlet works, diversion structures, cofferdams, floodwalls, and canals

Lead project teams of structural engineers and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams

Prepare project proposals consisting of scopes of work, budgets, and schedules

Forecast workload and schedules

Prepare contract documents including drawings, specifications, design documentation and criteria, cost estimates, and bid documents by directing the work of others and as an individual contributor

Perform engineering services during construction, including review of shop drawing submittals and response to contractor questions

Conduct inspections and structural assessments of existing structures and prepare reports

Prepare and present technical presentations to project team, clients, and technical review boards

Conduct potential failure mode analyses and risk analyses for hydraulic structures, including identifying and developing potential failure modes, serving as recorder, subject matter expert, and/or facilitator in risk analysis workshops, estimating risk, and report documentation

Manage tasks on large projects or manage several medium sized projects

Review the work of others to ensure the quality of deliverables by checking assumptions, calculations, criteria, loading, and applicable codes and standards

Monitor projects and tasks to control budgets and schedules

Participate in business development, marketing, and recruiting activities through conference attendance, committee involvement, and related events

Act as a mentor for junior staff

Qualification

Professional Engineer licenseHydraulic structures designStructural engineering applications3D finite element modellingMaster of Science in Civil EngineeringReinforced concrete designWater treatment plant designBuilding codes knowledgeMentoring junior staffCommunication skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline

Professional engineering (PE) license

10 years of related experience

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

Preferred

Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a Structural Focus

Professional Structural Engineer license

Experience with analysis and design of reinforced concrete and structural steel hydraulic structures under the regulatory authority of state and federal dam and levee safety agencies such as FERC, USACE, California DWR, or similar

Experience designing structures for water and wastewater treatment plants

Advanced knowledge of building codes and application to design situations

Strong theoretical background in static and dynamic analysis of hydraulic structures and appurtenances with expert knowledge 3D finite element modelling software

Gates inspection experience

Prior supervisory experience