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Dams and Reservoirs Hydrology & Hydraulics Lead Engineer

AECOM
Full-time
On-site
Denver Colorado United States
Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionAECOM 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.QualificationsMinimum 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 skillAbility to work with a team consisting of several technical disciplines.Knowledge of civil engineering designAdditional InformationAll 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.#LI-EM1About AECOMAECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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