A global engineering & nuclear services firm delivering end‑to‑end infrastructure and energy solutions.
Senior engineer providing dam safety expertise for FEMA, states & owners
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Atlanta, GA
Hybrid
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architectural Design and Engineering
Civil Design and Engineering
Structural Design and Engineering
Electrical Design and Engineering
Mechanical Design and Engineering
Transportation planning
Highways and bridges
Railroads and transit
Sector Specialisms
Water
Environment
Education
Aerospace
Security
Defence
Communications
Infrastructure
Role
Description
guidance development
training development
emergency plans
sme support
risk data
scenario exercise
The opportunity to work on the updating of nationwide guidance documents, develop new dam safety training, and participate as a SME for the Dam Preparedness Cooperative Technical Assistance Program in the Western US.
Preparation of Emergency Action Plans.
SME support for the Future of Flood Risk Data (FFRD)
SME supporting the evaluation of a depth-velocity loss rate function for dams for consideration by FEMA as an addition to HAZUS.
SME supporting piloting the CTA realistic scenario-base tabletop exercise training.
Development of guidance documents and best practices for dam safety.
Requirements
pe license
h&h modeling
gis
hec-hms
hec-ras
dam safety
PE License
Experience working with state dam safety programs, existing relationships with potential clients and potential hires.
This key hire must possess extensive experience in support of state dam safety programs and assisting dam owners regulated by the states.
Bachelor's degree in the field of Civil Engineering or related Engineering degree. M.S. or graduate level technical coursework preferred. This level may be achieved by Engineers with 15 years' experience since bachelor'S or fourteen years since Master's'in the planning, design of dams and dam safety. Typical incumbent has 20+ years of experience
Experience working with state dam safety programs.
Specialty in Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) modeling of dams for state regulatory compliance.
A preference exists for the individual to have educational and work experience in the fields of hydrologic and hydraulic engineering related to dam design and dam safety.
Experience with GIS platforms using H&H modeling and mapping.
Experienced with dam inspections for regulatory compliance under the National Dam Safety Program.
Expertise with HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS 2D modeling for dams.
SME for the FEMA Dam Preparedness Collaborate Technical Assistance (CTA) Program.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
C$12.5B
Backlog
Record backlog amid surging demand.
113 km
Bike/Ped Facilities
It has designed an extensive network of cycling and pedestrian infrastructure.
Its tech‑forward Richland Technology Center supports robotics, digital and net‑zero innovation in energy and cleanup.
A nuclear engineering pioneer, it’s the owner’s engineer for U.S. small modular reactor projects and refurbishments.
A trusted tolls and highway consultant, it supports major state DOTs.
Culture + Values
Engineering a better future for our planet and its people.
Safety: We put safety at the heart of everything we do, to safeguard people, assets and the environment.
Integrity: We do the right thing, no matter what, and are accountable for our actions.
Innovation: We redefine engineering by thinking boldly, proudly and differently.
Collaboration: We work together and embrace each other’s unique contribution to deliver amazing results for all.
Excellence: We are proud to do our best, achieve high standards, creating environments where all can thrive.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2030
Emissions Goal
Achieved a net-zero target for operational emissions by 2030, marking a significant milestone in sustainability efforts.
87% reduction
Emissions Drop
Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by ~87% compared to a 2019 baseline through strategic measures like divestment and fleet electrification.
62 score
Carbon Performance
Achieved a DitchCarbon score of 62, significantly higher than the industry average of 20, ranking in the top 1% globally.
Over 50%
Sustainable Revenue
More than half of 2022 revenue came from sustainable projects, including clean energy, water sanitation, and mass transit initiatives.
Achieved PAS 2080:2023 certification for whole‑life carbon management in infrastructure.