Dams and Reservoirs Hydrology & Hydraulics Lead Engineer

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Dams and Reservoirs Hydrology & Hydraulics Lead Engineer for our Denver, Colorado office.

This Senior Engineer will support our dams business both within, and outside of the US. We are looking for an engineer with strong civil, hydrologic and hydraulic skill sets to work with our multidiscipline teams to deliver challenging water resources projects related to civil design, dam design, hydraulic design of spillways and outlet works, development of hydraulic models, development of EAPs, dam breach and risk analysis studies, development of hydrologic models (frequency and extreme storm events), and associated reporting.

The primary responsibilities of this position preferably include, but are not limited to:

• Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) modeling using various software packages (HEC-RAS (1D and 2D), FLOW-3D, HEC-HMS and SRH-2D).

• Hydraulic analysis and design of spillways and outlet works on dams and working with the design team to develop drawings and specifications.

• Preparing inundation maps, technical reports and memorandums.

• Performing detailed reviews of technical deliverables prepared by others.

• Task management/project management.

• Mentoring and training staff.

• Providing technical leadership.

• Coordinating with other technical disciplines including geotechnical, geological, structural, and environmental.

• Face to face interaction with clients.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 8 Years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Hydrologic, Hydraulic, and/or Water Resources Engineering. 

• Professional Engineer in Colorado (or ability to obtain PE license within 6 months of hire).

• Proven experience with hydrologic and hydraulic models (HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D and 2D), and their interfaces with ArcGIS).

• 10+ years of relevant water resource related experience with dams.

• 10+ years of experience with hydrologic and hydraulic models.

• Demonstrated proficiency in ArcGIS and AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Experience with CFD software such as FLOW3D.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and computation skill

• Ability to work with a team consisting of several technical disciplines.

• Knowledge of civil engineering design

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• AECOM is interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States. Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H1-B visa holders in the United States.
• Relocation is available with this position.
• Occasional project travel may be required.
• Offered rate of compensation (Colorado region only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $89,500.00 - $170,000.00.
• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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