Project Engineer - Dams, Hydraulics & Water Resources
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Project Engineer to support planning, design, permitting, and construction services for dam safety, hydraulic structures, water resource infrastructure, and civil site projects. The role works with multidisciplinary teams delivering projects for federal, state, municipal, utility, and private clients across North America. Projects may include dam rehabilitation, reservoir development, flood risk reduction, pump stations, hydropower, and water management. The position is based in Texas, which is preferred; candidates in California, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Colorado, or New Mexico will also be considered. The work environment is hybrid, combining in-person and remote work. Core business hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- At least 5 years of experience in civil, water resources, dam safety, or hydraulic engineering.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, HY-8, and EPA SWMM.
- Knowledge of dam safety engineering principles, stormwater management design, erosion and sediment control, civil site grading and drainage design, and water resources engineering.
Nice To Haves
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination.
- Perform field investigations, site inspections, and construction support services.
- Collaborate with regulatory agencies and permitting authorities.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs and parental leave.
- Pet insurance.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
