Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands-on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities ...
Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands-on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities ...
Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands-on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities ...
Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands-on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities ...
Hydropower EIT (Civil/Structural)
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands‑on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities ...
Hydropower EIT (Civil/Structural)
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands‑on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities ...
Dam and hydropower design and construction * Dam safety reviews and codes and regulations ... Engineering during construction, resident engineering, and quality assurance and quality control
Dam and hydropower design and construction * Dam safety reviews and codes and regulations ... Engineering during construction, resident engineering, and quality assurance and quality control
Principal Dam Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
Dam and hydropower design and construction * Dam safety reviews and codes and regulations ... Engineering during construction, resident engineering, and quality assurance and quality control
Principal Dam Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
Dam and hydropower design and construction * Dam safety reviews and codes and regulations ... Engineering during construction, resident engineering, and quality assurance and quality control
Principal Dam Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Dam and hydropower design and construction * Dam safety reviews and codes and regulations ... Engineering during construction, resident engineering, and quality assurance and quality control
Principal Dam Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Dam and hydropower design and construction * Dam safety reviews and codes and regulations ... Engineering during construction, resident engineering, and quality assurance and quality control
Principal Dam Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Dam and hydropower design and construction * Dam safety reviews and codes and regulations ... Engineering during construction, resident engineering, and quality assurance and quality control
Principal Dam Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Dam and hydropower design and construction * Dam safety reviews and codes and regulations ... Engineering during construction, resident engineering, and quality assurance and quality control
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Harrisburg, PA · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Harrisburg, PA · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Chadds Ford, PA · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Chadds Ford, PA · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Harrisburg, PA · On-site +1
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Harrisburg, PA · On-site +1
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving ... Hydropower plants * Fish hatcheries * Geotechnical instrumentation * Dam safety risk assessments
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving ... Hydropower plants * Fish hatcheries * Geotechnical instrumentation * Dam safety risk assessments
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving ... Hydropower plants * Fish hatcheries * Geotechnical instrumentation * Dam safety risk assessments
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving ... Hydropower plants * Fish hatcheries * Geotechnical instrumentation * Dam safety risk assessments
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Harrisburg, PA · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Harrisburg, PA · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Chadds Ford, PA · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Senior Hydropower Engineer
Chadds Ford, PA · On-site
$115K - $150K/yr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
PA · On-site
$125 - $150/hr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
PA · On-site
$125 - $150/hr
... dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the ... Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure ...
Geotechnical Engineer - Hydropower
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$100 - $125/hr
Geotechnical Engineer - Hydropower - ( 195589 ) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in ... Experience with dam safety inspections and dam engineering * Ability to work independently on ...
Geotechnical Engineer - Hydropower
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$100 - $125/hr
Geotechnical Engineer - Hydropower - ( 195589 ) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in ... Experience with dam safety inspections and dam engineering * Ability to work independently on ...
Dam Safety EIT
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Our national Hydropower Practice engineering and regulatory team offers core services such as ... Primary duties of the Dam Safety EIT include: * Support inspections and engineering assessments of ...
Dam Safety EIT
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Our national Hydropower Practice engineering and regulatory team offers core services such as ... Primary duties of the Dam Safety EIT include: * Support inspections and engineering assessments of ...
Dam Safety EIT
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Our national Hydropower Practice engineering and regulatory team offers core services such as ... Primary duties of the Dam Safety EIT include: * Support inspections and engineering assessments of ...
Dam Safety EIT
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Our national Hydropower Practice engineering and regulatory team offers core services such as ... Primary duties of the Dam Safety EIT include: * Support inspections and engineering assessments of ...
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving ... Hydropower plants * Fish hatcheries * Geotechnical instrumentation * Dam safety risk assessments
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving ... Hydropower plants * Fish hatcheries * Geotechnical instrumentation * Dam safety risk assessments
HDR is growing our Hydropower team across the Southeast and we're looking for engineers at all ... review / evaluation of dam safety instrumentation data, finite element modeling of dams ...
HDR is growing our Hydropower team across the Southeast and we're looking for engineers at all ... review / evaluation of dam safety instrumentation data, finite element modeling of dams ...
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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for hydropower dam engineer in the United States is $106,386.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Hydropower EIT (Civil/Structural)
Sacramento, CA • On-site
HDR •
Specialized Design Services • 5 - 10K employees5,001 - 10,000 employees
Full-time
Posted 28 days ago
HDR rating
8.9
Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
26th of 454 rated engineering
Job description
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
HDR is seeking Civil/Structural Engineering EIT's to join the Northern California Hydropower Engineering team and build a career in a specialized clean-energy field supporting hydropower, dam safety, grid reliability, and water infrastructure modernization. Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands-on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities, construction support, and multidisciplinary problem solving with mentorship from experienced Engineers.
In the role of Hydropower EIT, we'll count on you to:
Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
HDR is seeking Civil/Structural Engineering EIT's to join the Northern California Hydropower Engineering team and build a career in a specialized clean-energy field supporting hydropower, dam safety, grid reliability, and water infrastructure modernization. Hydropower gives early career engineers in training hands-on exposure to existing hydropower assets, dam and water conveyance infrastructure, pumped storage and modernization opportunities, construction support, and multidisciplinary problem solving with mentorship from experienced Engineers.
In the role of Hydropower EIT, we'll count on you to:
- Develop technical skills through project work, field assignments, training, and mentorship while learning how hydropower facilities support renewable energy, dam safety, water management, and resilient power systems
- Support field inspections, site observations, condition assessments, and drawing verification for powerhouses, dams, canals, substations, switchyards, intake towers, spillways, and related water and power infrastructure
- Support construction-phase engineering activities, including field information review, RFIs, submittals, construction observations, and record drawing updates
- Update existing drawings and assist with developing new engineering drawings using Autodesk or Bentley products
- Assist with analyses, engineering calculations, cost estimates, specifications, design documentation, and quality review packages under the guidance of project engineers
- Support inspection reports, technical memoranda, and project documentation with guidance from project engineers and technical staff
- Complete clearly defined tasks and support small projects or portions of larger multidisciplinary assignments
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or graduate coursework in civil, structural, water resources, geotechnical, or a closely related engineering field
- Interest in hydropower, dam safety, power, utilities, renewable energy, or related infrastructure projects
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated learner who asks questions, seeks guidance from project engineers, senior engineers, and hydropower subject matter experts, applies feedback, and builds technical skills through training and hands-on project work
- Commitment to taking ownership of assigned work, contributing to team success, and learning how HDR's employee-ownership culture supports client service and long-term success
- Internship, co-op, research, capstone, or academic project experience related to hydropower, dam safety, power, utilities, renewable energy, water infrastructure, or construction
- Familiarity with engineering design, analysis, mapping, or documentation tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, HEC-RAS, GIS, Mathcad, Excel, or similar software
- Interest in field work, site visits, construction observation, or hands-on learning at hydropower, dam, water infrastructure, or utility facilities
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Engineer In Training (EIT) certificate
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
About HDR
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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.
Industry
Specialized design services
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Omaha, NE, US
Year founded
1917