Senior Structural Engineer - Hydropower

Senior Structural Engineer - Hydropower |
Hatch

Requisition
Job Category:
Energy;
Engineering

Location:

Charlotte, NC, United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues worldwide work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Our energy expertise spans oil and gas and the power sector, including thermal, nuclear, water power, renewable, hybrid, and grid modernization.

Join our vision of a low‑carbon world and help make positive change!

Hatch is currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join the Hydropower team in Charlotte, NC. This role offers opportunities to lead and be involved in various projects in North America and abroad, provide client liaison, and contribute to regional marketing efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering from an accredited university. A graduate degree would be advantageous.
• P.E. license is required; S.E. would be advantageous.
• Working knowledge of USA codes and standards.
• Familiarity with FERC would be a plus.

• 10–15 years of experience in structural engineering; a solid background in hydropower, dams, and water resources is preferred.
• Proficiency in commercial programs for structural and finite element analysis, specifically ANSYS or similar, for advanced analyses such as dynamic response spectrum or seismic time history.
• Design/analysis of concrete dams and other hydraulic structures, including detailed assessment of seismic and flood loading.
• Dam safety reviews and assessment of compliance with typical practice and regulatory requirements.
• Structural design of reinforced concrete and steel structures.
• Field experience related to hydraulic structure construction, inspection, or instrumentation.

• Proficiency in computer usage and skilled in spreadsheets, databases, etc., with fundamental knowledge of finite element analysis.
• The ability to supervise and coach other engineering and support staff, including mentoring junior engineers and performing quality assurance review.
• Ability to work on multidisciplinary teams as an individual contributor or disciplinary lead.
• Ability to manage small projects by providing oversight on scope, cost, and schedule, and related reporting internally and to client.
• Ability to take ownership of resolving key design issues and finalizing technical deliverables.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Work with great people to make a difference.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions.
• Top employer.

• Flexible work environment.
• Long‑term career development.
• Think globally, work locally.

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We’re committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know.

We’ll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

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