Principal Dam Engineer/Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Company Description

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At AECOM, our work in providing access to clean water enables communities to thrive and ecosystems to flourish, contributing to a resilient future. As a global leader in infrastructure consulting, we are at the forefront of significant water projects, with over 6,000 of the industry’s best minds driving innovation and technical excellence. Together, we develop solutions that are not only best in the world, but best for the world.     

With an acceleration in infrastructure investment, your bold ideas and global expertise have never been more crucial. Join our dynamic team, where innovation, career growth, and collaboration are celebrated. Enjoy the freedom to grow with customizable career paths, water-specific technical and professional development and the potential to contribute to transformational projects worldwide.    

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Dams

With a proud history spanning over 85 years and thousands of successful projects, our expertise in dam and reservoir engineering is unmatched. From feasibility studies to design, construction, and maintenance, we cover every aspect of the process, ensuring the longevity and safety of critical water infrastructure. As part of our team, you'll contribute to our legacy, bringing innovative solutions to life and making a meaningful impact on global water resources.  

Job Description

The AECOM Orange, California office has an immediate need for an experienced Dam Engineer who is a Principal and willing to take on a leadership role in our geotechnical engineering practice in Southern California. The candidate will have the opportunity to direct/manage projects for a variety of Dam facilities and associated appurtenances related to the Dam including spillways, outlet towers, pump stations, etc. and coordinate with a broad range of other disciplines within AECOM. It is also expected to identify and pursue new clients/projects with business development goals.

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

• ​Providing technical support to dams Project Managers, including design, analysis, inspection, construction observation, and regulatory compliance activities associated with a variety of dams.
• Providing project management support (client management, contract management, planning and execution, financial management, etc.) to dams Project Managers as a Deputy Project Manager.
• Oversee field exploration/characterization and laboratory testing of soil and rock materials.
• Oversee teams performing slope stability and seepage analyses and designing slope stabilization measures for dams, spillways, and/or levees.
• Dam construction oversight.

• Dam analysis and design including seismic stability and deformations analyses of dams; including earthquake ground motions, liquefaction potential, and earthquake-induced and fault-induced deformations.
• Supervise preparation of technical reports, independent dam safety inspections, and potential failure mode analyses.
• Business development for new and existing clients.
• Ensure the quality of project deliverables.
• Mentoring and technical development of junior staff.
• Perform Independent Technical Reviews.
• The candidate should have a high level of technical expertise and experience in supervising and training staff in geotechnical investigations, analyses, reporting, and construction observation. Business development for existing and new clients will be an integral part of the position.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS Degree in Civil Engineering plus 10 years or more of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer’s (PE) license (or equivalent licensure in home country)
• Valid Driver's License required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Civil Engineering
• Geotechnical California GE registration
• 15 years or more of experience
• 10 years or more of relevant experience with Dam projects including inspection, rehabilitation and/or new design and construction
• Working knowledge of relevant building code provisions
• Strong commitment to ensuring safe project execution
• Local travel required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Security clearance a bonus.

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About AECOM

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