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Aqua America, Inc.

Dam Safety Engineer

Bryn Mawr, PA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

We are seeking a highly skilled Dam Safety Engineer to join our team. Location Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania (some travel and overnight stays required) Job Type Full‑time Position Overview As a Dam ...

Aquaamerica

Dam Safety Engineer

Bryn Mawr, PA · On-site

Dam Safety Engineer Location: Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania (Some Travel & Overnight Stays Required) Job Type: Full-Time About Us: Aqua Pennsylvania, a leader in the water utility industry, is committed to ...

EWEB

$95 - $135/hr

The Eugene Water & Electric Board seeks a Civil, Geotechnical, or Dam Safety Engineer to join EWEB's Dam Safety team in support of EWEB's Owner's Dam Safety Program (ODSP). Team responsibilities ...

EWEB

Dam Safety Engineer

Eugene, OR · On-site

$95 - $135/hr

The Eugene Water & Electric Board seeks a Civil, Geotechnical, or Dam Safety Engineer to join EWEB's Dam Safety team in support of EWEB's Owner's Dam Safety Program (ODSP). Team responsibilities ...

GEI Consultants

Dam Safety Engineer

Marquette, MI · On-site

$80K - $106K/yr

GEI's Dam Safety practice is growing and we are seeking an experienced Dam Safety Engineer to join our Marquette or Houghton Michigan office. A fully remote option may be available for the right ...

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What is a dam safety engineer?

A Dam Safety Engineer is responsible for ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and regulatory compliance of dams and related water infrastructure. They conduct inspections, risk assessments, and maintenance planning to prevent failures and mitigate hazards. Their work involves analyzing hydrological data, designing safety improvements, and coordinating with government agencies. They also develop emergency action plans and monitor environmental impacts. This role is crucial for protecting communities, resources, and ecosystems from dam-related risks.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a dam safety engineer?

Dam Safety Engineers typically spend their days conducting site inspections, analyzing structural and hydraulic data, preparing safety reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. They also monitor instrumentation, evaluate maintenance needs, and review design documents for new or existing dam structures. Frequent collaboration with environmental scientists, construction teams, and regulatory bodies is part of the role, ensuring all aspects of dam safety are addressed. This varied routine allows for both fieldwork and office-based tasks, making the role dynamic and essential to public safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the dam safety engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dam Safety Engineer, you need strong civil or structural engineering expertise, a relevant engineering degree, and in-depth knowledge of hydrology and geotechnical principles. Familiarity with industry-standard analysis tools like AutoCAD, GIS, HEC-RAS, and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) licensure are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication skills help you effectively assess risks and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure the safe operation and monitoring of dams, reducing risk to public safety and the environment.

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Dam Safety Engineer

Essential Utilities, Inc.

Bryn Mawr, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within our eight-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives who are on the front lines working with customers, to scientists and engineers who help ensure we're delivering reliable water and wastewater services to our communities. If you're looking for a rewarding career helping improve our environment and protect our natural resources, we encourage you to join our team!
About Essential Utilities
Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities.
Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities.
We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.
Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.
Job Title: Dam Safety Engineer
Location: Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania (Some Travel & Overnight Stays Required)
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us:
Aqua Pennsylvania, a leader in the water utility industry, is committed to providing safe, reliable water and wastewater services to communities across Pennsylvania. We are seeking a motivated and skilled Dam Safety Engineer to join our team. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for infrastructure development, water resources, and dam safety.
Position Overview:
As a Dam Safety Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical oversight for all engineering and operational activities concerning the evaluation and compliance of dam safety inspections, monitoring, coordination, and reporting regarding water retention structures owned and operated by Aqua. This would include low hazard dams, high hazard dams, and floodwater protection systems at Water Treatment Plant facilities. This role will partner with local engineering consultants, PA DEP Dam Safety, and others in the implementation and continuous improvement of our Dam Safety Program. This role will play a crucial part in identifying potential risks, implementing mitigation measures, and ensuring regulatory compliance to safeguard our assets and surrounding communities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide expert input, consultation and recommendations to state and corporate leadership on decisions involving the company's dams, and their associated capital investments.
  • Provides a strategic vision, leadership, and oversight of Aqua's dam safety program, including: engineering evaluations, emergency preparedness (Emergency Action Plans), O&M plans, SOP development & training, and associated responses.
  • Provides technical direction for studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to dam design and dam safety studies.
  • Provides and/or supports technical direction in preparation of contracts and specifications for dam safety and related engineering and construction services of Aqua's dams.
  • Assure compliance with regulatory requirements and communications.
  • Assure appropriate and timely communication to Aqua's senior leadership, as appropriate, to the safety of the dam structures.
  • Develop the professional skills and experience of the engineering staff to build and maintain required professional capabilities and capacity to support the business in specialized engineering disciplines related to dams.
  • Represent the Company before regulatory agencies and provide professional testimony, as necessary.

Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Civil engineering preferred.
  • Experience: 4+ years relevant experience (Dam Safety Preferred)
  • Licensing: PA Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification, or the ability to obtain it within 12 months of hire.
  • Pennsylvania driver's license and ability to operate Company vehicle is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong knowledge of Engineering related to planning, design and operations concepts for water retention facilities.
  • Strong knowledge of contract administration and construction technology related to dams.
  • Good working knowledge of regulatory developments, new technology and current trends in dams and other related water resource management disciplines.
  • Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations.
  • Knowledge of Company operations and procedures.
  • Strong process, project, and program management skills.
  • Strong quantitative skills (e.g., analytical, technical, problem solving).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills (e.g., fluency in report writing and presentations).
  • Effective interpersonal skills (e.g., persuasion, negotiation, listening, cooperation, tact, diplomacy, problem solving, internal consulting).
  • Willingness to foster relationships and network with Regulatory Authorities (E.g., PA DEP Dam Safety) and serve as the face of Aqua's Dam Safety Program.
  • Leadership presence (e.g., ability to deal effectively and maintain collaborative relationships with Company senior management and other key internal and external stakeholders).
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problem solve routine and non-routine issues, developing possible solutions to problems and challenges.
  • Ability to execute with urgency, while also maintaining project management discipline and stakeholder engagement.
  • Financial analysis skills, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge.

Travel & Working Conditions:
  • Frequent Travel Required: This position requires some travel across the state of Pennsylvania, with overnight stays required for up to 25% of your workweek.
  • Field-Based Work: You will spend a significant portion of your time at project sites, coordinating with local officials, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
  • The position involves both office-based work and fieldwork, including occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.

Why Aqua Pennsylvania?
  • Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
  • Career Growth: Aqua Pennsylvania is committed to the professional development of its employees. You'll have opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement.
  • Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the improvement and sustainability of water and wastewater systems serving communities across Pennsylvania

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
Aqua is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (1-877-271-9012).
To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to employment and/or assignment of family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to the hiring and assignment of these individuals including, but not limited to:
  • Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship
  • Family members cannot work in the same department.

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