Dam Safety Engineer

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy LLC

Dam Safety Engineer developing and overseeing safety plans and inspections for hydroelectric facilities. Collaborating with engineering and management teams to ensure safety compliance and project management.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What 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.
Knowledge and understanding of FERC and applicable State Dam Safety regulations (Preferred)
Fundamental understanding of structural, geotechnical, hydrologic, and hydraulic engineering concepts and application (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

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
FSA
Commuter benefits
Voluntary Life
401(k) Match
Eleven paid holidays per year
Competitive PTO schedule
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
Access to trainings & mentors for Career Progression and Personal Development

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil engineeringengineering analysesdesign developmentdam safety inspectionssurveillance and monitoringbathymetry surveystopographic surveysrisk analysisproblem-solvingproject management

Soft Skills

communication skillsteam collaborationindependent prioritizationtime managementself-motivationdrive to succeed

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) license