Structural DAM Project Engineer

GFT • Houston, TX

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Structural Dam Project Engineer to join its team. The role may be based anywhere in Texas, with candidates in New Mexico, Colorado, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, or California also considered. The engineer will bring experience in one or more dam-related areas, including structural engineering, hydrologic and hydraulic design criteria, or geotechnical engineering standards. This position offers the opportunity to lead medium-to-large-scale projects and deliver high-quality results with a customer-focused approach.

The engineer will design and analyze dam embankments, flood-control structures, and reinforced-concrete hydraulic structures, and address dam safety and other complex engineering issues. The role includes leading complex engineering assignments, contributing technical expertise to proposals, managing teams and projects, conducting quality reviews, working with clients, and supporting construction. The position also includes preparing engineering documentation and contributing to marketing and business-development efforts.

Requirements

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in at least the state of residency.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering.
• More than 8 years of experience in water resources, mining, or dam projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Field experience with geotechnical-related explorations and construction activities.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and proposal-writing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Familiarity with GeoStudio.
• MSHA certification.
• Prior staff-supervision experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) experience and/or advanced technical certification such as BCEE.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze dam embankments and flood-control structures, with attention to seepage, slope stability, and dam safety.
• Design and analyze reinforced-concrete hydraulic structures, including spillways, outlet works, and stilling basins at complex sites.
• Apply advanced engineering theories, concepts, and principles to critical issues and unique conditions.
• Help develop project design concepts and criteria, including researching large or complex project elements.
• Lead the interpretation, organization, execution, and coordination of large or complex engineering assignments.
• Act as a technical specialist in proposal preparation.
• Manage project teams, potentially integrating multiple disciplines.
• Serve as Project Manager, Client Manager, and/or Proposal Manager as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of deliverables.
• Supervise engineers and other technical specialists, as applicable.
• Collaborate with clients to support satisfaction and business-development initiatives.
• Prepare engineering memorandums, reports, design drawings, and specifications.
• Provide observation support and guidance to construction management staff during construction.
• Prepare engineering design cost proposals and assist with marketing and business-development efforts.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment combining in-person and remote work.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, as well as medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level