Career Opportunities in Dam Safety
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To support those in our community whose jobs have been impacted by the current administration's recent mass firings and sweeping new policies, ASDSO is temporarily hosting this career opportunities page. This page is a free, openly accessible resource for those looking for new career opportunities and those hiring for open positions. To list an open position on this page, please complete this job posting.
Senior Engineer/Staff Engineer- Dam Safety
Posted: 5/20/2026
Company: Dominion Energy
Location: Cayce, SC
Type: Full-time In-person
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
Overview: This position provides expert technical analysis, guidance and recommendations in the areas of FERC hydroelectric dam safety and regulatory compliance. Preferred individual will be qualified to serve as the designated FERC Chief Dam Safety Engineer for DESC (P.E. license required). Coordinates FERC dam safety compliance tasks, regulatory reporting and timely follow-up to Agency inquiries. Works closely with other departments within DESC such as Environmental Services, Engineering, Operations and Legal to address concerns and ensure accurate and timely filing of federal and state reports. Applies understanding of hydro station operations and dam safety to coordinate dam safety activities (i.e. inspections, spillway gate tests, and other investigations) with the Power Generation Operations Support team.
Regional Dam And LeveE Safety Lead
Posted: 5/22/2026
Company: Hazen and Sawyer
Location: Texas
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Deadline to Apply: 6/12/2026
Overview: Hazen and Sawyer is seeking a full-time Senior Engineer to lead our Dam and Levee Safety (DLS) practice in the South Central region and contribute to the exciting growth that is occurring in our Water Resources Group. The ideal candidate will have experience leading state and/or federally regulated dam projects for municipal clients throughout Texas, be an effective communicator and passionate about serving clients, and be capable of supervising and mentoring younger staff. The successful candidate will lead and manage projects and pursuits in the South Central region and across the U.S.
Geotechnical Dam Safety Engineer
Posted: 5/22/2026
Company: Hazen and Sawyer
Location: Atlanta, GA
Type: Full-Time
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Deadline to Apply: 6/12/2026
Overview: Hazen and Sawyer is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to be part of our Water Resources Practice Group with a focus on Dam, Levee, and Hydropower Services. Successful candidates will lead and manage projects and pursuits in our Mid-Atlantic Region and across the U.S.
Georgia Dam and Levee Safety Lead
Posted: 5/22/2026
Company: Hazen and Sawyer
Location: Atlanta, GA
Type: Full-Time
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Deadline to Apply: 6/19/2026
Overview: Hazen and Sawyer is seeking a full-time senior engineer to lead our Dam and Levee Safety (DLS) practice in Georgia. The ideal candidate will have experience leading state and/or federally regulated dam projects for municipal clients, be an effective communicator and passionate about serving clients, and be capable of supervising and mentoring younger staff. The successful candidate will lead and manage projects and pursuits in Georgia and support projects and pursuits across the U.S.
Dams and Canals Engineer
Posted: 5/6/2026
Company: CA Department of Water Resources
Location: Sacramento, CA
Type: Full-Time Hybrid
Salary: $6,488.00 - $12,152.00 per Month
Deadline to Apply: 6/5/2026
Overview: The Geotechnical Sciences Section (GSS) is seeking a creative, motivated, and talented Civil Engineer to work on exciting and challenging design projects. Work includes the design of large civil engineering projects associated with dams, the California Aqueduct, levees, and other water infrastructure. Work also includes involvement during construction.
Under the direction of a Senior Engineer, WR, the incumbent will work in a collaborative environment to perform civil and geotechnical engineering analyses, studies, and investigations, and prepare reports, presentations, designs, drawings, quantities cost estimates, and specifications for a variety of State Water Project facilities and other water infrastructure such as earthen dams, canal embankments, pipelines, and other hydraulic structures and water infrastructure. Work products include stability and seepage modeling, engineering analyses, and design calculations. The incumbent will prepare written responses to a wide variety of communications and will support construction activities by making site visits, providing construction inspections, working on change orders, and answering submittals and requests for information. In addition, GSS Engineers may work as first responders during floods and other State Water Project facility emergencies and are often requested to assist with construction inspection on their projects
Dam Safety Engineer
Posted: 4/21/2026
Company: Brookfield Renewable
Location: Augusta, ME
Type: Full-Time In-Person
Salary: $90,000-$120,000
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
Overview: Reporting to the Senior Dam Safety Engineer, the Civil Engineer/Dam Safety Engineer will be responsible for providing technical direction, quality assurance, and expertise for matters concerning Brookfield Renewable’s dams and related civil infrastructure. Primary tasks include development of DSSMRs, DSSMPs, STID/DPAs, performing inspections, supporting project management and operations staff, developing strategies, and implementing programs to ensure that dams and structures are safe and reliable in accordance with our ODSP. Broad knowledge and experience with civil engineering and proficiency in either Hydrology and Hydraulics, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering is preferred. This position will join a team consisting of two current Sr. Dam Safety Engineers in our New England region responsible for 68 dams. This is a dynamic work environment with a balance of reporting, analysis and field work including inspections and construction activities.
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Posted: 3/25/2026
Company: Tetra Tech
Location: Denver, CO
Type: Full-Time Hybrid
Salary: $150K - $190K
Deadline to Apply: 9/30/2026
Overview: Tetra Tech is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer with expertise in dams and water-resources infrastructure to lead our geotechnical practice based in Denver, CO. In this senior technical role, you will work within our multi-disciplinary team supporting dams, reservoirs, and water-resources projects for federal, municipal, and state clients. Responsibilities include leading technical planning, design, analysis, investigations, construction support, and project oversight for new and existing dams. As the technical lead, you will lead and mentor a team of geotechnical engineers, develop creative solutions, and ensure high‑quality delivery of projects. There is room for significant career growth in this position, depending on your passion and expertise.
Executive Director
Posted: 1/26/2026
Company: Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District
Location: Portland, OR
Type: Full-Time In-person
Salary: $207,838 - $290,824
Deadline to Apply: Apply by March 8, 2026. (First review, open until filled.)
Overview: For a complete position profile, full job description, benefits summary, and to apply online, visit Prothman Company at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments". For questions, call 206-368-0050. The Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
