Job Description
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.
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.
**Eagle Creek Renewable Energy, LLC is an equal opportunity employer**
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