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Hydro Aluminium Metal is a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire ... engineering, procurement, and external contractors. What you will be doing * Define project tasks ...

Hydro Aluminium Metal is a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire ... engineering, procurement, and external contractors. What you will be doing * Define project tasks ...

Engineer RQ00904

Edmonds, WA · On-site +1

$100 - $140/hr

Engineer (E5) - Mandatory Reliability Standards (MRS) Assurance Location: Edmonds, BC (preferred ... All project documentation produced during the contract will be retained by BC Hydro in accordance ...

Hydro Aluminium Metal is a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire ... engineering, procurement, and external contractors. What you will be doing * Define project tasks ...

$90 - $120/hr

Hydro Aluminium Metal is a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire ... engineering, procurement, and external contractors. What you will be doing * Define project tasks ...

Sr. Structural Engineer

Birmingham, AL · Remote

$94K - $127K/yr

Remote Role Job Type: 36 Months Contract Estimated Start Date :: 23 April 2024 · Bachelor of ... and hydro dam balance of plant projects. · Detailed knowledge and use of engineering design ...

Project Manager

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Hydro Aluminium Metal is a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire ... engineering, procurement, and external contractors. What you will be doing * Define project tasks ...

Preparation of contract documents including drawings, specifications, design documentation and ... Perform engineering assignments that may require critical thinking and creativity to address unique ...

ANDRITZ HYDRO USA operates in a niche market that provides overhaul and rehabilitation to hydro ... Inspects parts, assemblies and finished products in accordance with contract and corporate ...

Preparation of contract documents including drawings, specifications, design documentation and ... Perform engineering assignments that may require critical thinking and creativity to address unique ...

Senior Electrical Engineer - Remote, USA

$110K - $143K/yr

... Hydro and storage) - related to own field of expertise; * Review for validation of the Due ... Manage, with the support of other units within the Organization, the engineering service contracts;

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What is the difference between Contract Hydro Engineer vs Contract Civil Engineer?

AspectContract Hydro EngineerContract Civil Engineer
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, hydro-specific certificationsEngineering degree, civil engineering certifications
Work EnvironmentHydropower plants, water infrastructure projectsConstruction sites, infrastructure projects
Employer & Industry UsageHydropower companies, water resource agenciesConstruction firms, infrastructure developers

Contract Hydro Engineers focus on water-related projects like dams and hydroelectric plants, requiring specialized water resource knowledge. Contract Civil Engineers work on broader infrastructure projects, including roads and buildings. Both roles require engineering credentials but differ in project focus and work environment.

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Environmental Engineer I - Water Resources 4P/596

4P Consulting Inc

Vestavia Hills, AL • Hybrid

$79K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Environmental Engineer I - Water Resources
Location: Birmingham, AL (Hybrid)
Contract- 1 Year
Client: Southern Company
Work Location & Schedule

  • Based in Birmingham, Alabama
  • Hybrid work model (office + remote)
  • Participation in remote support beyond normal business hours during flood events and real-time system operations
  • Weekend or extended-hour availability required during critical weather events

Position Overview

The Environmental Engineer I will serve as a Water Resources Engineer supporting Southern Company's hydro reservoir management organization. This role contributes to the implementation of watershed water control plans including operational forecasting, flood control, and drought management across multiple hydro-generating watersheds.

The position supports hydrologic modeling, real-time monitoring systems, computer model development, and operation of the Hydro Optimization Management System (HOMS).

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer seeking hands-on experience in hydro operations, watershed modeling, and real-time water resource system management.
Primary Responsibilities
Water Resource Management

  • Support hydro operations forecasting
  • Assist with flood control and drought management strategies
  • Contribute to implementation of watershed water control plans

Modeling & Analysis

  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
  • Support watershed modeling and river analysis
  • Assist with computer model development and configuration
  • Utilize river analysis software for operational planning

Systems & Technology Support

  • Support gaging systems including rain, stage, and temperature sensors
  • Assist with real-time instrumentation network oversight
  • Support data collection and dissemination systems
  • Assist with operation and maintenance of HOMS (Hydro Optimization Management System)
  • Perform programming and scripting to enhance internal software tools

Operational Support

  • Participate in real-time system support during weather events
  • Provide technical updates during operational forecasting cycles

Required Qualifications
Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (required)

Foundational Knowledge

Basic understanding of:

  • Water resource management principles
  • Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
  • Watershed modeling
  • Fluid mechanics
  • Computer model development
  • Programming or scripting languages

Familiarity With

  • Gaging systems and hydrologic instrumentation
  • Data collection, analysis, and reporting