Chief Dam Safety Engineer

Colorado Springs Utilities•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Shape the Safety, Reliability, and Future of Our Water Infrastructure! Are you an engineer with expertise in dam safety? Do you have experience with leading engineering studies and supporting projects related to dam improvements and assets? If so, this is the opportunity for you! As a Chief Dam Safety Engineer, you will be our four-service utility's subject matter expert on dam improvements, rehabilitation, and safety while leading all engineering activities related to dam engineering and safety. This job offers the opportunity to: Influence dam strategy and engineering standards, Work on complex dam systems requiring advanced engineering judgment and expertise, Establish and maintain a dam safety program that will shape our future.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university (Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical engineering is preferred)
Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license
Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in dam engineering, including inspection, rehabilitation, and safety
Ability to work independently and build effective relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

Leading projects on dam hydrology/hydraulics, appurtenances, embankments, conduits, seepage, intakes, control valves and gates, spillway, liners, and operational improvements
Leading dam safety program efforts, emergency action plans, and operational support
Serving as a subject matter expert in Colorado State Engineer's Rules and Regulations for Dam Safety and Dam Construction, and FERC Regulations
Leading initiatives to support dam assets and prioritizing long-term investments of dams
Leading dam safety inspections conducted by internal, state, and federal authorities
Serving as our organization's representative related to dam engineering and safety
Supporting strategic workforce and succession planning efforts related to dam engineering (e.g., knowledge transfer, skill development)
Providing technical expertise and guidance to other engineers and technical staff
Developing, recommending, and implementing policies, standards, and procedures
Reviewing new technologies and evaluating industry trends and direction
Promoting safe work practices among contractors and stakeholders; ensuring safety through commitment to rules and procedures; and supporting department safety through design reviews, technical analysis and specifications, and after-action engagement

Benefits

Relocation assistance to Colorado Springs
Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave – 3 days per year
Paid Holidays – 12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness