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Job Summary:
The Senior Hydraulic Engineer will oversee projects related to water supply, drainage systems, and flooding.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- May hire, train, and oversee staff in the department.
- May oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of staff in the department.
- Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provides expertise and guidance on complex hydraulic projects, which may include review and improvements to water supply and drainage systems.
- Oversees field studies of existing hydraulic facilities; ensures engineers are collecting the correct information.
- Conducts field studies for complex projects; identifies, recommends, and tests strategies to resolve problems and concerns.
- Researches and proposes expansion, upgrades, and/or maintenance work to maintain and improve infrastructure.
- Designs and tests hydraulic systems; forecasts the effects on equipment, including expected wear and tear and degradation.
- Uses computer-aided design (CAD) software to create blueprints for water-control facilities.
- Determines appropriate materials and equipment for projects and facilities including pumps, pipes, conduits, and turbines.
- Prepares and manages project budgets and ensures that projects are completed within budget.
- Performs other duties as required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficient with CAD software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Hydraulic Engineering or Civil Engineering required; Masters degree preferred.
- Seven years of related experience required with supervisory experience preferred.
- Professional civil engineers license required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
- Physically able to conduct field studies.
- Ability to traverse terrains, including rough terrain.
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