Project Engineer - Dams, Hydraulics & Water Resources

As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking a talented

Project Engineer
- Dams, Hydraulics & Water Resources to join our Team in Texas! Texas is preferred but we will also consider folks in NM, CO, OK, AR, or LA.Joining the dams and hydraulics team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission.

With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life. Explore some of our signature water resources and environmental projects here.  What you'll be challenged to do:   We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer
- Dams, Hydraulics & Water Resources to support planning, design, permitting, and construction services for dam safety, hydraulic structures, water resource infrastructure, and civil site projects. The successful candidate will work on multidisciplinary teams delivering projects for federal, state, municipal, utility, and private clients across North America.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-profile dam rehabilitation, reservoir development, flood risk reduction, pump station, hydropower, and water management  this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Perform civil engineering design for dams, reservoirs, spillways, embankments, levees, pump stations, and water control structures.

Develop grading, drainage, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management plans.

Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using industry-standard software.

Prepare engineering reports, technical memoranda, permit applications, construction documents, and specifications.

Support dam safety evaluations, rehabilitation designs, breach analyses, and risk assessments.

Coordinate with geotechnical, structural, environmental, and construction teams.

Assist with project management activities including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination.

Perform field investigations, site inspections, and construction support services.

Collaborate with regulatory agencies and permitting authorities.

What you'll bring to our firm:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.

Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
5+ years of experience in civil, water resources, dam safety, or hydraulic engineering.

Experience with :

AutoCAD Civil 3

DHEC-RASHydroCADHY-8

EPA SWMMKnowledge of:

Dam safety engineering principles

Stormwater management design

Erosion and sediment control

Civil site grading and drainage design

Water resources engineering

What we prefer you bring:

Experience supporting FERC-regulated hydropower facilities.

Experience with USACE, FEMA, state dam safety programs, or water management districts.

Familiarity with reservoir, spillway, and embankment rehabilitation projects.

Project management experience and client-facing responsibilities.

Experience leading design teams and mentoring junior staff.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $95,000 - $150,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:
• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to…