Dam Safety Engineer

About the role: Eagle Creek Renewable Energy owns and/or operates 85 hydroelectric facilities throughout the United States and is currently seeking an experienced Dam Safety Engineer to join a growing, nimble, and diverse team. The ideal candidate carries 2-5 years of experience in civil, hydraulic, hydrologic, geotechnical, and/or structural engineering including a basic knowledge of planning, engineering, construction, and maintenance of dams of various types. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to perform a broad range of work tasks with guidance and support from senior engineering and management staff. A representative cross section of anticipated responsibilities are presented below.

**This position is classified as remote but requires heavy travel to Eagle Creek's locations of operation.

Why Eagle Creek?

• A comprehensive benefits plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Commuter benefits, Voluntary Life, 401(k) Match.
• Eleven paid holidays per year, plus a competitive PTO schedule and time off to volunteer or give back to your community.
• Access to a company-funded Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts through ADP LifeMart.
• Tuition Reimbursement as well as access to trainings & mentors for Career Progression and Personal Development.
• An employee referral program which rewards employees for helping Eagle Creek find the best talent.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop Dam Safety Surveillance and Monitoring Plans, Supporting Technical Information Documents, Dam Safety Surveillance and Monitoring Reports and other technical reports as required.
• Participate in dam safety inspections and oversees surveillance and monitoring activities including but not limited to detailed gate inspections, penstock inspections, bathymetry surveys, topographic surveys, monument surveys, and dive inspections.
• Participate in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) annual inspections, Part 12 Periodic Inspections and Comprehensive Assessments, Potential Failure Modes Analysis, and Risk Analysis.
• Review surveillance and monitoring data in a timely fashion and follow up as necessary to address potential and/or real time issues and ensure the safety of dams.
• Assist in planning and oversight of small civil construction projects to ensure the design intent is met and the project is constructed in accordance with the plans and specifications.
• Conduct engineering analyses and develop designs for minor repair and remediation projects.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings, calls, and project inspections with the FERC and other regulatory agencies to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist with periodic dam safety training for Operations Staff.
• Review Public Safety Plans and Emergency Action Plans and support these activities as required.
• Respond to and assist operations personnel with dam safety issues and/or emergencies at projects.
• Assist with program enhancement projects to help drive continuous improvement.

What skills and experience you’ll need:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• The ability to travel as needed up to 30% to various sites of operation.
• Able to independently prioritize work and manage competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated skills in successful problem-solving independently and as a team member.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and desire and ability to work with all Eagle Creek staff including operations, maintenance, safety, compliance, and management staff.
• Self-starter, motivated and innate drive to succeed.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of FERC and applicable State Dam Safety regulations.
• Fundamental understanding of structural, geotechnical, hydrologic, and hydraulic engineering concepts and application, as well as some experience in project and construction management.
• Knowledge of dam instrumentation including various types of piezometers, inclinometers, etc.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license/certification or intention to pursue licensure.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb/traverse the slopes of dams, some of which may exceed 100 feet.
• Comfortability with entry into confined spaces such as dam galleries for inspections.