Hydropower EIT (Civil​/Structural) | HDR

Hydropower EIT (Civil/Structural) - ( 195144 )

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We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand.

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

HDR is seeking Civil/Structural Engineering EIT's to join the Northern California Hydropower Engineering team and build a career in a specialized clean-energy field supporting hydropower, dam safety, grid reliability, and water infrastructure modernization. Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands‑on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities, construction support, and multidisciplinary problem solving with mentorship from experienced Engineers.

In the role of Hydropower EIT, we'll count on you to:

Develop technical skills through project work, field assignments, training, and mentorship while learning how hydropower facilities support renewable energy, dam safety, water management, and resilient power systems

Support field inspections, site observations, condition assessments, and drawing verification for powerhouses, dams, canals, substations, switchyards, intake towers, spillways, and related water and power infrastructure

Support construction‑phase engineering activities, including field information review, RFIs, submittals, construction observations, and record drawing updates

Update existing drawings and assist with developing new engineering drawings using Autodesk or Bentley products

Assist with analyses, engineering calculations, cost estimates, specifications, design documentation, and quality review packages under the guidance of project engineers

Support inspection reports, technical memoranda, and project documentation with guidance from project engineers and technical staff

Complete clearly defined tasks and support small projects or portions of larger multidisciplinary assignments

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or graduate coursework in civil, structural, water resources, geotechnical, or a closely related engineering field

Interest in hydropower, dam safety, power, utilities, renewable energy, or related infrastructure projects

Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Self‑motivated learner who asks questions, seeks guidance from project engineers, senior engineers, and hydropower subject matter experts, applies feedback, and builds technical skills through training and hands‑on project work

Commitment to taking ownership of assigned work, contributing to team success, and learning how HDR's employee‑ownership culture supports client service and long‑term success

Internship, co‑op, research, capstone, or academic project experience related to hydropower, dam safety, power, utilities, renewable energy, water infrastructure, or construction

Familiarity with engineering design, analysis, mapping, or documentation tools such as AutoCAD, Micro Station, HEC‑RAS, GIS, Mathcad,…