Structural Engineer

We are seeking a Structural Engineer II to support large, complex, multi‑year hydroelectric dam reconstruction and upgrade projects. This role sits within a major projects group focused on high‑risk, high‑value capital projects involving:

• Large reinforced concrete installations
• Work in and around water at active hydroelectric dam facilities
• Projects with significant federal regulatory oversight (FERC)

The Structural Engineer II will supplement an existing project team, acting as a technical interface between engineering, construction management, and external contractors, ensuring quality, safety, and technical compliance throughout construction.

• Serve as a technical interface between:
• Owner’s project manager and construction manager
• External construction firm(s) on site
• External engineering design firm(s) providing detailed design and ongoing support
• Reviewing field conditions and construction challenges
• Coordinating with design engineers on design clarifications and changes
• Ensuring work complies with design intent and project requirements
• Conduct regular site visits (weekly or bi‑weekly during peak construction) to:
• Meet with construction management and field representatives
• Gather direct feedback from the field on issues encountered
• Observe structural work in progress and support quality oversight

• Provide structural engineering support with a focus on:
• Heavy structural steel and large reinforced concrete components
• Dam and spillway structures and associated civil/structural works
• Perform technical review of:
• Design submittals, drawings, and specifications
• Contractor submittals, RFIs, and transmittals
• Interface with an external engineering firm responsible for detailed design and ongoing technical support, helping translate field conditions and needs into clear engineering actions.

• Assist the project manager and lead structural engineer with:
• Tracking and organizing technical documentation and communications
• Managing project submittals, transmittals, and regulatory filings
• Supporting planning and coordination for upcoming construction phases
• Help maintain clear, well‑organized project records, especially for regulatory filings and FERC‑related documentation.

Note:

This role does not include direct people management or contract management responsibilities, though informal mentorship of interns may occur in the future.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural focus from an ABET‑accredited program
• Experience:
• Approximately 5–7 years of relevant structural engineering experience
• Background in at least one of:
• Structural support for construction or owner’s project teams
• Strong experience with:
• Structural concrete (mass and reinforced concrete)
• Structural steel for heavy civil or infrastructure projects
• Licensing:
• PE not required, but considered a plus
• FE/EIT preferred, not mandatory
• Driving & Travel:
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable access to transportation for travel to/from project sites

• Experience with hydroelectric facilities, dams, spillways, or “work in water” environments
• Familiarity with FERC or similar complex regulatory frameworks (not required, but a strong plus)
• Background with heavy civil/infrastructure such as bridges, large concrete structures, or similar high‑value structural projects
• Prior experience working for:
• Owner organizations on major capital projects
• Construction companies specializing in heavy civil, dams, bridges, or large concrete/steel structures

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) to interface effectively with:
• Construction managers
• Project managers
• External contractors and design engineers
• Team player with the ability to integrate into a multi‑disciplinary project team
• Strong organizational skills to manage:
• Large volumes of technical documents and submittals
• Complex filing and regulatory documentation structures
• Self‑management and initiative:
• Able to manage own schedule and workload with limited day‑to‑day direction
• Capable of prioritizing tasks in a dynamic, project‑driven environment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with SharePoint or similar document management / collaboration platforms
• Ability to view and navigate CAD files (e.g., Micro Station, AutoCAD or similar):
• Full design proficiency not required
• Must be comfortable opening native CAD files and interpreting drawings for review/coordination purposes