Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer – Dam & Hydropower Design

Location:

Utica, NY (Henniker, NH, Albany or Buffalo offices; remote possible with in‑office visits and travel)

Gomez and Sullivan Engineers is a growing, employee‑owned engineering and environmental science company focused on renewable energy and environmental restoration. We supply services across dam safety, hydropower licensing, environmental studies, fisheries, and GIS, serving clients in New York and New Hampshire.

Senior Structural Engineer with emphasis on dam and hydropower facilities design and analysis. Key responsibilities include feasibility studies, design plans, construction sequencing, permitting, cost estimates, and technical leadership.

• Develop and review feasibility studies, design plans, specifications, quantity take‑offs, cost estimates, construction sequencing plans, and permit applications.
• Prepare supporting design reports documenting structural calculations and design, lead design teams, and coordinate with affected disciplines.
• Conduct condition assessment of concrete, steel, and earth structures.
• Lead technical discussions with regulators and clients and participate in public meetings.
• Write technical project documentation and review junior engineers’ technical writing.
• Perform project management activities: planning, delegating, budgeting, scheduling, invoicing, and resource communication.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring for junior engineers.
• Engage in marketing, proposal writing, and business development activities; potential service‑sector lead role.

• BS in Civil or Structural Engineering (MS preferred) from an ABET accredited program.
• 15–25 years of experience in structural engineering with emphasis on dam and hydropower facilities design and analysis.
• Licensed Professional Engineer and ability to obtain reciprocity.
• Experience preparing and reviewing construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Project management/supervisory experience.
• Progressive experience in structural analysis and design of concrete and steel structures – dams, hydraulic structures, penstocks/pipelines, retaining walls, flood walls. Experience with bridges, deep foundations, retaining walls is a plus.

• Structural analysis software:
  Visual Analysis, STAAD.Pro, SAP
  2000, RISA.
• Finite element analysis software.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit.
• Proficiency with Geo Studio (plus).

• FERC dam safety assessment and design.
• Hydropower design relative to penstocks, intakes, powerhouses, fish passage.
• Retaining structures in and around hydropower facilities.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal dam safety methodologies, policies, and regulations.
• Experience in seismic assessment of civil structures and/or geotechnical analysis/design. Design of fish passage structures is a plus.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organization.

• Hybrid work schedule with extended remote periods.
• Up to 4 weeks vacation per year; 8 holidays.
• Health, dental, vision insurance with high‑deductible plan and employer contributions.
• Medical leave policy with up to 64 hours per year accrued.
• Short and long‑term disability insurance.
• Parental leave: up to 12 weeks within 12 months after birth.
• Retirement: profit sharing and 401(k) with above‑industry contributions.
• Professional development: financial support for education, publication and teaching opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, or any other protected status.

Please submit your resume and cover letter addressed to Leah Belanger to