Job Description

A major energy provider is seeking a qualified Engineer, Senior Engineer, or Staff Engineer (Civil/Geotechnical) to join its team at a pumped storage hydroelectric station located in Warm Springs, Virginia . This role is ideal for professionals passionate about infrastructure integrity, dam safety, and geotechnical engineering in a dynamic, high-impact environment.

Veterans Encouraged to Apply: Applicants with military backgrounds (E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6) and equivalent education and experience are welcome.

Note: Visa sponsorship or employment authorization transfers are not available for this position.

Position Overview

This role involves leading the geotechnical program at the facility, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of high-pressure tunnels, drainage systems, and civil structures. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise, mentor team members, and support regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting inspections of tunnels, dams, and civil structures
• Overseeing instrumentation, data collection, and analysis
• Preparing regulatory reports and reviewing emergency action plans
• Performing slope stability analyses using manual and software-based methods
• Developing maintenance and repair strategies
• Acting as a subject matter expert in geotechnical engineering and dam safety
• Supporting operations and maintenance teams with engineering guidance

The position will be filled at the Engineer , Senior Engineer , or Staff Engineer level based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

Engineer

• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Strong foundation in civil/geotechnical engineering principles
• Familiarity with dam safety and hydrogeology
• Ability to work independently in rugged outdoor environments
• Valid driver's license required

Senior Engineer

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Advanced technical and project leadership skills
• Experience with FERC-regulated dams or similar infrastructure
• Strong communication and technical writing abilities
• Proficiency in engineering software and data analysis tools

Staff Engineer

• 8+ years of relevant experience
• Recognized expertise in geotechnical engineering and dam safety
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and mentor others
• Extensive fieldwork experience and regulatory knowledge
• Strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil Engineering with a focus in Geotechnical, Hydrology/Hydraulics, or Dam Engineering preferred)
• Engineering Technology degrees are not accepted
• Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one via reciprocity in Virginia and other states

Engineering Criteria

Candidates must meet one of the following:

• Hold a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program
• Hold a degree from a Washington Accord-accredited international institution
• Hold a non-ABET undergraduate degree plus a postgraduate degree from an ABET-accredited institution in the same discipline
• Hold a degree in Physics, Chemistry, Math, or Engineering Technology plus a postgraduate engineering degree from an ABET-accredited institution

Working Conditions

• Exposure to dust, grease, oil, fumes, heat, and noise (up to 25%)
• Work in confined spaces and outdoors (26-50%)
• Office-based work (51-75%)
• Travel up to 25%
• Must be comfortable working around water, at heights, and in underground tunnels

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and performance of critical energy infrastructure while advancing your career in a supportive and technically challenging environment.

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