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GFT · 1 day ago

Staff Engineer, Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $130K/yr

4+ years exp

GFT is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our dams & hydraulics team in Denver, CO. The role involves supporting the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of water conveyance structures and working on innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure.

ConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingFacilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementInfrastructureTransportationWater

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of mechanical equipment associated with water conveyance structures such as: dams, spillways, outlet works, and hydropower plants including large gates, valves, hydraulic oil systems, hoist equipment, and large steel piping

Prepare technical reports, specifications, drawings, cost estimates, and plan details for engineering projects

Oversee or participate in field reconnaissance and collect field data, including performing field tests and measurements

Support proposal teams and regularly interface with clients to deliver project outcomes

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringWater Resources EngineeringFinite Element Analysis (FEA)2D & 3D CADDProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseHydraulic StructuresField Data CollectionCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationTechnical Documentation

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

4-6 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on water resources, hydraulic structures, structural engineering, hydraulic process piping, and/or hoist equipment

Experience with 2D & 3D CADD, Autodesk products

Comprehensive understanding, willingness, and ability to learn mechanical and structural engineering design principles

Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Strong oral and written communication skills

Professional Engineer (PE) License or ability to obtain in 6 months

Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) for mechanism and assembly design

Working mechanical design experience associated with processes within P&ID Drawings

Working experience with large gates and valves associated with water conveyance features at dams

Experience with Operating & Maintaining oil systems and water systems associated with industrial plant process piping or auxiliary systems

Applied knowledge of structural steel design including welding

Benefits

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.

Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

Incentive compensation for eligible positions.