Civil/Hydrologic and Hydraulic Engineer

Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI has an immediate opening for a Civil Engineer III/IV (Hydraulics) seeking complex and challenging projects in the design and construction of dams, levees, hydraulic structures, and stormwater management and riverine systems to support the Denver office Dams and Water Resources business. The successful candidate will bring energy, enthusiasm, and a focus on collaboration while providing technical, quality, and safety assistance on projects and pursuits.

The Civil Engineer III/IV (Hydraulics) will work with an interdisciplinary team that includes civil, structural, and geotechnical engineers to complete hydrologic and hydraulic engineering tasks and develop appropriate designs for water supply, flood control, pumped storage, and hydroelectric projects.

Under supervision of senior staff, the Civil Engineer III/IV (Hydraulics) will be responsible for producing and/or reviewing engineering analyses, reports, construction drawings, specifications, and other deliverables.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Working on preliminary through final engineering designs; developing design recommendations and producing design deliverables; serving as a project hydraulic engineer supporting the hydraulic lead and/or engineer of record.
• Performing hydraulic modeling and hydraulic analyses to support feasibility and economic studies of water supply and hydroelectric projects, spillway design, outlet works design, probable maximum flood (PMF) studies, and river studies.
• Developing, executing, and summarizing Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) hydraulic models for complex spillways, outlet works, turbines, fish ladders, riverine, and other applications to support the H&H team project evaluations.
• Preparing and presenting technical presentations of evaluation results to our internal team.
• Supporting data management and analysis, technical report development, and assisting in preparation of technical presentations and proposals to clients and regulators.
• Coordinating with the Design and Project Management Team to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
• Execute other technical projects and assignments in coordination with project managers and support staff. Example projects include dam removals, river restoration, dam rehabilitation, flood control, stormwater management planning and design.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field, required.
• Master's degree, or equivalent experience, in Hydraulic Engineering or closely related field, preferred.
• Professional Engineering license within the U.S. or ability to obtain in one year required.
• 5+ years of previous professional experience in civil engineering.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Experience with standard hydraulic modeling programs including HEC-RAS (both 1D and 2D versions) and/or CFD software.
• Working knowledge of Civil 3D.
• Working knowledge of GIS tools, including spatial analysis tools and the ability to create, analyze and convert topographic and bathymetric surfaces within and export out of GIS.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

We are GEI.

Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

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As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here.

GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More...

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

X

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

6-8 hours

Standing

0-1 hour

Walking

0-1 hour

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

0-10 pounds

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

0-10 pounds

Carrying objects

0-1 hour

Push/pull

X

Twisting

0-1 hour

Bending

0-1 hour

Reaching forward

0-1 hour

Reaching overhead

0-1 hour

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

3-5 hours

Pinching/fine motor skills

1-2 hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

6-8 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

0-1 hour

Talk or hear

6-8 hours

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

Usual workday hours:

X

8

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.