
Dam Safety Engineer
Eagle Creek Renewable Energy LLC
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: New York City • New York • United States
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About the role
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- Knowledge and understanding of FERC and applicable State Dam Safety regulations (preferred).
- Fundamental understanding of structural, geotechnical, hydrologic, and hydraulic engineering concepts and application, as well as some experience in project and construction management (preferred).
- Knowledge of dam instrumentation including various types of piezometers, inclinometers, etc. (preferred).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license/certification or intention to pursue licensure (preferred).
Benefits
- 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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
civil engineeringdam safety surveillanceengineering analysesdesign developmentproject managementproblem-solvingdata reviewconstruction oversightrisk analysismonitoring activities
Soft Skills
communication skillsteam collaborationindependent prioritizationtime managementself-motivationcontinuous improvementtraining facilitationemergency responseorganizational skillsleadership
Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseintention to pursue PE licensure