Shannon & Wilson

May 18, 2023

Seattle, WA; Concrete, WA

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental, and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting, and construction conditions. There’s a reason 42% of Shannon & Wilson employees have been with us for more than a decade. We value our people, encourage professional growth, and promote a healthy work/life balance. With openings for Geotechnical Engineers, Geologists, Biologists, and Hydrologists at multiple levels, come be a part of our fast-growing team!   

Shannon & Wilson has 16 openings in Seattle WA, with 9 being in Concrete, WA for our Baker Dam Project.  We are looking for a team of geologists, engineers, and geologic engineers to work on site, full-time, for multiple months during the grouting program. Housing and per diem will be provided/covered for staff that are not local to the site.  Because of the distance to the project site, Seattle is not considered local.

Tarrant Regional Water District

May 17, 2023

Fort Worth, TX

Salary:  $63,315.20 – $94,910.40 annualized

Position Summary:

The level III Engineer develops a broad knowledge of the District Engineering Department standards, practices, and infrastructure facility operations, as well as skills in a specific practice area. The level III Engineer uses collaboration to evaluate small projects or portions of larger project.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this position.

• Provides dam and levee safety engineering functions including:

o   Coordinate and/or participate in periodic dam and levee safety inspections by internal or external inspection teams
o   Monitor performance data from dam instrumentation though the collection, interpretation, and evaluation
o   Perform geotechnical engineering calculations & analyses to support general geotechnical related consulting
o   Perform technical reviews and oversights of field drilling/testing
o   Review studies and analyses performed by engineering consultants
o   Develop and/or maintenance emergency action plans for surface impoundments
o   Periodic travel (variable length and frequency) and field work at various project sites
o   Interface with federal and/or state dam safety regulatory authorities

• Plans, schedules, conducts and/or coordinates detailed phases of engineering work in a part of a major field and all phases of engineering work in a moderate field
• Prepares meeting agendas, reviews meeting minutes and action items from previous meeting, conducts meeting, and assigns or confirms action items at the conclusion of the meeting
• Produces one or more of the following: equipment design and development, testing of materials, preparation of specifications, process study, research investigations, report preparations, and other activities of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific narrow area of assignments
• Applies a broad knowledge of precedents in the specific practice area and good knowledge of practices and procedures in related areas
• Performs research, investigations, and analysis and shares information, results, or recommendations with supervisor or project manager
• Collaboratively uses judgment to determine adaptations in methods for non-routine aspects of assignments
• Estimates project costs for budgeting
• Assists with writing business cases for future projects by researching, gathering, and presenting information in an orderly fashion for the expressed intent of informing executive management
• Assists with customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments or meetings. Reviews action items from the previous meeting with meeting participants
• Applies professional and ethical responsibilities
• Assists with, lead and/or direct the work of lower level engineers
• Effectively instructs Engineer I, II, and interns on tasks related to project work
• Assists in coordinating work of interns and/or administrative staff
• Aids other departments in technical problems
• Participates in professional societies and makes presentations as necessary
• Maintain familiarity with strategic District levels of service
• Continuous improvement monitoring and innovation efforts
• Perform other duties as required

Required Experience:

• Two (2) years of engineering experience as an Engineer II or
• Three (3) years of engineering experience working under a Professional Engineer

Desired Experience:

• One to three (1-3) years of related experience in Geotechnical/Civil Field
• Knowledge of dam safety principles
• Knowledge of dam safety monitoring instrumentation
• Experience with data management/analytics
• Advanced coursework and/or experience in embankments and dams, including dam safety related inspections
• Advanced coursework in foundations, soils, soil compaction and stabilization and/or geology
• Slope stability and seepage analysis
• Site work and fill placement compaction
• Soil classification
• Laboratory soil interpretation
• Geotechnical software (Slope/W, Seep/W, HoleBASE, gINT)

Required Education/Certification/License:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in an applicable engineering discipline (preferred in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil with heavy geotechnical emphasis)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT), or ability to obtain the EIT within12 months
• Valid Texas driver’s license

Desired Education/Certification/License:     

• Master of Science (M.S.) or Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Geotechnical Engineering
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E) by the state of Texas, or ability to acquire said license within 12 months if already licensed in another state

Tarrant Regional Water District

May 17, 2023

Fort Worth, TX

Salary:  $71,801.60 – $107,806.40 annualized

Position Summary:

The level IV Engineer applies a broad knowledge of principles and practices and District Engineering Department standards, infrastructure facility operations, and skills in a specific practice area. The level IV Engineer uses independent evaluation and collaboration techniques to effectively function on multidisciplinary teams of engineers and other staff. Engineer IV works as the designer, oversees the design of elements, and manages multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this position.

• Provides dam and levee safety engineering functions including:

o Coordinate and/or participate in periodic dam and levee safety inspections by internal or external inspection teams
o   Monitor performance data from dam instrumentation though the collection, interpretation, and evaluation
o   Perform geotechnical engineering calculations & analyses to support general geotechnical related consulting
o   Perform technical reviews and oversights of field drilling/testing
o   Review studies and analyses performed by engineering consultants
o   Develop and/or maintenance emergency action plans for surface impoundments
o   Periodic travel (variable length and frequency) and field work at various project sites
o   Interface with federal and/or state dam safety regulatory authorities

• Designs a complete project, system, component, or process
• Prepares/directs preparation of complete project documents as required
• Formulates and problem solves
• Functions as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager to assign tasks to and direct engineers, technicians, and administrative staff on project work
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
• Assists with development of proposals to procure professional services from a vendor
• Assists with development of business cases to obtain funding for future engineering projects as part of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process
• Designs and conducts experiments/studies, and analyzes and interprets data
• Effectively instructs Engineer I-III and interns on tasks related to project work
• Provides direction to Engineering staff in the absence of the Engineering Group Manager on a as needed basis
• Trains Engineers I-III, technicians, and interns in software applications such as MS Office, GIS, CAD, modeling software, and technical procedures
• Maintain familiarity with strategic District levels of service, continuous improvement monitoring and innovation efforts
• Perform other duties as required

Required Experience:

• Four plus (4+) years of experience in engineering working under a Professional Engineer

Desired Experience:

• Three plus (3+) years of related experience in Geotechnical/Civil Field
• Knowledge of dam safety principles
• Knowledge of dam safety monitoring instrumentation
• Experience with data management/analytics
• Advanced coursework and/or experience in embankments and dams, including dam safety related inspections
• Advanced coursework in foundations, soils, soil compaction and stabilization and/or geology
• Slope stability and seepage analysis
• Geotechnical software (Slope/W, Seep/W, HoleBASE, gINT)
• Project Management
• Construction Management

Required Education/Certification/License:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S) degree in an applicable engineering discipline from an ABET/EAC accredited program (preferred in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil with heavy geotechnical emphasis)
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) by the State of Texas, or ability to acquire said license within six months if already licensed in another state.
• Valid Texas driver’s license

Desired Education/Certification/License:

• Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) or Master of Science (M.S.) in Geotechnical Engineering
• Advanced credentials, including specialty certifications such as:

o   Project Management Professional (PMP)
o   Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
o   Institute of Asset Management (IAM) certification

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD)

May 9, 2023

Oakland, CA

Online applications must be received by 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 26, 2023

Internal Reference # 23-058

Salary Info: $130,152 - $158,196 Annually, Plus Excellent Benefits + Retirement

The East Bay Municipal Utility District’s (EBMUD’s) Geotechnical Engineering Section (GES), part of the Engineering & Construction Department’s Engineering Services Division, is currently seeking an Assistant Engineer who is a motivated and energetic team player with experience in geotechnical engineering and project management, as well as surveillance monitoring of dams, field investigations and evaluations of municipal water and wastewater structures and facilities.

This individual will work on multi-disciplinary engineering teams as a project engineer/team member on complex engineering projects. GES supports the Engineering & Construction Department’s Dam Safety Capital Improvement Program. Projects include conditional assessment of spillways and seismic retrofit of dams and outlet towers. The incumbent will also perform complex engineering analyses and calculations as needed, either independently or under direction.

The most competitive candidates will possess knowledge and experience in project planning and management, as well as have a thorough knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles and practices, and extensive field assessments. Other requirements include performing detailed design work (i.e. scope development, engineering calculations, technical memorandums, etc.), preparing project feasibility studies and life cycle cost analyses, identifying and mitigating project risks, developing and administering consultant contracts, preparing and comprehending construction contract documents (plans and specifications), reviewing submittals and RFIs, preparing cost estimates and project schedules, and applying other related civil engineering principles and practices.

This individual should have experience as a project engineer on multi-disciplinary engineering projects, and with preparing and delivering technical presentations. In addition, candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have good interpersonal skills (working with other engineers, operations and maintenance staff, federal and state dam safety regulators and other agencies, contractors, consultants, etc.), and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

A flexible/hybrid work from home schedule may be available for some positions in this job classification.

The salary range is $10,846 per month increasing to $11,388, $11,957, $12,555, and $13,183 after 6, 18, 30 and 42 months, respectively.

EBMUD offers an excellent benefits program that includes: paid vacation, holidays and sick leave; family health insurance coverage; family dental and vision care plans; retirement plan (reciprocal with CalPERS); 401(k), 401(a) and 457(b) tax-deferred retirement plans; transit subsidy; tuition reimbursement; and opportunities for professional growth including training and career development.

Requirements:

1. A bachelor’s degree in an ABET-accredited civil or geotechnical engineering curriculum OR a California EIT Certificate; and 2. Two years of professional civil and/or geotechnical engineering experience (subsequent to obtaining the degree), which is equivalent to two years of experience at EBMUD’s Junior Engineer level.

NOTE: Demonstration of relevant education and experience at the desired level does NOT guarantee continuing further in the selection process.

Please note: EBMUD requires all employees to provide written proof of vaccination. Those employees with sincerely held religious beliefs or valid medical reasons as determined by EBMUD will be exempt from vaccination requirements. Please contact EBMUD Human Resources for additional questions.

Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com/jobs by 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 26, 2023. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability

MBS, a Sealaska Company

May 3, 2023

Pierre, SD

Job Summary:
This individual will assist with organizing, planning, coordinating, training, and implementing BIA’s nationwide early warning system research, dam-site investigation, planning, installation, and maintenance efforts. 

Duties/Responsibilities:
•    Contributes to the development of, prepares, and reviews technical work products with multiple facets of dam safety including: (1) Dam inspections, evaluations, risk analysis, risk management and risk reduction, (2) Comprehensive and periodic reviews.
•    Develops extensive knowledge of the various activities and organization of the BIA, and its workflow process to integrate with technical work efforts and provide support to its programs and functions.
•    Ability to create multi-disciplinary technical documents that reflect research, agency needs, downstream community needs, as they relate to the unique dam needs.
•    Provides technical direction in dam safety engineering based on extensive technical knowledge and experience, while incorporating existing BIA and Department of the Interior (DOI) guidelines, regulations, and policy as necessary.
•    Meets, cooperates, and consults with personnel in the other bureaus and services in the Department of the Interior, Federal and non-federal agencies regarding the Bureau of Indian Affairs Safety of Dams Program issues of common interest and makes specific recommendations to achieve proper goals.
•    Provides technical guidance and assistance to the BIA Regional, Tribal, and Field personnel.
•    Visits field locations on an as-needed basis, which may entail multiple day durations and travel to remote locations up to 35% of the time.
•    Creates and delivers dam safety related oral presentations to governmental conferences, tribal groups, and other organizations as required and directed by the BIA SOD branch Chief, GPR SOD officer, or other authority.
Provides Technical Guidance, Policy Development, and Oversight to SOD Programs (25%)
•    Assists and advises the Bureau of Indian Affairs Safety of Dam Branch Chief and staff in the development, implementation, and oversight of guidelines for risk analysis, inspection and evaluation of existing dams.
•    Provides oversight and guidance on BIA dam safety program areas.
•    Provides professional and technical direction in dam safety activities based on extensive technical knowledge and experience, while incorporating existing BIA and DOI guidelines, regulations, and policy is necessary.
•    Continuously appraises policy and effectiveness of operations for the purpose of recommending adjustments to programs based on available funds and conformance to BIA and DOI policies, procedures, and professional technical standards, and for reviewing, drafting, and keeping current the regulations, delegations of authority, and other directives controlling the BIA SOD.
•    Provides statistical and other reports in support of the program and oversees revision of contract and other forms necessary to accomplish BIASafety of Dams Program activities.
•    Works with Bureau of Indian Affairs employees and Managed Business Solutions staff to develop, update, modernize, and maintain a multi-discipline comprehensive Emergency Action Planning Program to reflect the Bureau of Indian Affairs’ emergency management needs.
•    Reports to and takes lead from Bureau of Indian Affairs Safety of Dams Program employees and Managed Business Solutions staff.
•    Writes documents to support dam safety.
•    Assists with other Bureau of Indian Affairs dam safety program needs as they arise.
•    Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities: 
•    Must be able to demonstrate skills and interest in water resources or distribution.
•    Must be able to demonstrate skills in conceiving, planning and problem solving in areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated techniques.
•    Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•    Must demonstrate ability to work independently but also within a team environment.
•    Must demonstrate excellent communication and writing skills.
•    Must demonstrate ability to work independently but also within a team environment.
•    Must be able to operate a variety of vehicles both rental and federal.
•    Ability to diagnose and remedy technical and mechanical problems with little or no oversite.

Education and Experience:
•    Bachelor of Science in Civil, Agricultural, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or similar from an ABET Accredited Institution or higher-level degree in a science or management field.
•    Evidence of obtaining professional engineering licensure (P.E.) in any state is required.
•    At least 4 years of experience participating in design/inspection or analysis of water resource, dam construction, or dam safety related efforts required. The position offer will be adjusted based on the individual’s experience level.
•    Experience with Federal Design standards of dams, levees and/or associated infrastructure is required.
•    If a more senior level position, at least 3 years of experience leading technical efforts related to dam safety, emergency action or related efforts is required.

Maricopa County

May 3, 2023

Phoenix, AZ

DEPARTMENT: Flood Control District                                  DIVISION: Engineering

POSITION TYPE: Unclassified                                              FLSA STATUS: Exempt

POSITION NUMBER: P102231                                            JOB CODE: PEN002

POSITION OVERVIEW

Are you a creative problem solver who enjoys overseeing new development and protecting existing flood control infrastructure? If so, then Maricopa County’s Flood Control District may have the perfect opportunity for you as an Associate Engineer Senior! Under general supervision, this position will manage dam safety projects to ensure quality plans and specifications and ensure these meet all regulatory requirements while coordinating projects with other engineering disciplines, agencies, and stakeholders.

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in a work-related engineering discipline such as, but not limited to civil, structural, geology, hydrology or other closely related field

Experience

• Two (2) years of professional pre-registration civil engineering, geology, hydrology, or similar experience leading and performing senior-level technical engineering work including the development of design and construction documents preparation

Combined education and experience qualifications

• Certification as an Engineer-in-Training may substitute for the aforementioned experience
• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements

• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona Driver’s License

Our Preferred Candidate has

• Ability to take and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam with the ability to obtain an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS: Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential function below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

HDR, Inc.

April 5, 2023

Folsom, CA; Los Angeles, Bakersfield, Walnut Creek, Fresno, San Diego, Irvine, and Sacramento, CA

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities:

In the role of Senior Civil/Structural Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Supervise or conduct structural analyses, evaluations and designs; develop design options or recommendations
• Lead, assist with, or provide oversight for preparation of contract documents including drawings, specifications, design documentation and criteria
• Lead design of various new and/or rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, gates, outlet works, diversion structures, retaining walls, cofferdams, floodwalls, water conveyance structures, and foundations
• Perform engineering assignments that may require critical thinking and creativity to address unique structural elements that have limited or no specific code-based guidance
• Coordinate structural design with multi-disciplinary teams
• Work independently as project manager and provide oversight and mentorship of project and junior staff. This role may include leadership and expansion of HDR’s structural engineering services including client and strategic project development with Federal and State government agencies, water agencies and utilities, and power utilities
• Review tasks undertaken by others in the group including checks of design assumptions, calculations, criteria, load cases, code review and compliance with design standards
• Position location is intended for Northern CA (Folsom/Sacramento), however will consider alternate locations
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Requires a minimum of 10 years experience in structural design and analysis
• Demonstrable experience with leading structural design projects, including analysis, reporting, drawing specification, production, and engineering during construction support
• California PE or SE licensure
• Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Mathcad, SAP2000, or similar analytical software
• Must possess strong interpersonal, speaking, and writing skills and an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• California SE licensure
• Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Structural emphasis preferred
• Field experience related to construction, inspection, or related instrumentation
• Demonstrated knowledge of structural, seismic, risk assessment, risk informed decision making involved in dam safety design, inspection, remediation, and construction

• Strong background in finite element modeling and knowledge of seismic dynamic analysis procedures including response spectrum and time history analyses

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.  When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $111,573 - $181,125 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

March 23, 2023

Omaha, NE

Closes: July 24, 2023 11:59 (EST)

DEPARTMENT: Engineering Division Geotechnical Engineering and Sciences Branch

PAY SCALE & GRADE:  GS-12

SALARY RANGE:  $83,556 - $108,623 annual (based on experience and qualifications)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Establish and coordinate annual and, five-year periodic inspections (PI) schedules for the execution of the Levee Safety Program and participates in special inspections where potential problems exist.
• Act as a reviewer on levee Safety products including Section 408 technical reviews including hydroelectric power generation and distribution projects.
• Initiate resolution of levee safety issues surfaced as a result of levee inspection program.
• Establish schedules and procedures to assure routine and specialized data collection, verification, processing, storage, and filling are performed as required by appropriate offices and disciplines responsible for data analysis.
• Assist in managing and coordinating the program to ensure the safety and operational adequacy of numerous structures.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a 1yr probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. During the probationary period the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain a Professional Engineer (PE) license/registration or equivalent professional Geologist license/registration.
• Incumbent must possess a valid State motor vehicle operator's license for the class of vehicle being operated based on site specific, job related requirements, and must maintain this license..
• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: B.S. in engineering or geology (or higher degree)

Telework eligible

RELOCATION EXPENSES REIMBURSED: Yes—Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs may be paid if the selecting official determines it to be in best interest of the government.

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