Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Environmental Engineer
Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer
GEI's California Water Resources practice is growing, and we are seeking a Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer. Candidate would also provide support to GEI's company wide Structural/Geo-Structural practice. This individual will lead inspection, evaluation, design, and construction observation of hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, outlet works, gates, water conveyance structures, pump stations. Strong design experience with steel, concrete and theoretical background with experience in applying analyses to practical solutions, including linear and non-linear finite element modeling and analyses under static and dynamic loading is desired.
Working knowledge of geotechnical engineering to assist in the design of soil/structure interaction elements is preferred. The selected candidate will work with senior leadership in GEI's California Rancho Cordova office and elsewhere.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Lead large projects within technical specialty and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Responsibilities will include structural analysis and design of hydraulic structures related to dams, flood control, hydroelectric facilities, and other water resource projects.
- Typical structures include spillways, outlet works, canals, storm drainage facilities, flood walls, and pump stations.
- Collaborate with senior project managers and technical staff across the company
- Mentor junior staff
- Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel
- Review technical reports, letters and memoranda.
- Lead, or provide oversight for preparation of design calculations, permit documents, and reports.
- Develop construction drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates and bid documents
- Lead development of project plans, schedules and budgets
- Lead proposals to provide professional services and support other GEI offices with proposals and the delivery of professional services.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with an M.S./Ph.D degree preferred
- 10 years of professional experience in Civil/Structural Engineering.
- Licensed as Professional Engineer in California or ability to obtain within one year of hire date
- Strong theoretical background in earthquake/seismic engineering and finite element modeling with expertise in using standard structural engineering software (SAP
2000 and LS DYNA/ANSYS) - Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work well alone and in a team atmosphere
- Willing to travel to site locations, as-needed, including field assignments
- Valid driver's license
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.
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