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Senior Engineer, Civil - Dams and Hydropower

$165k - $250k per year

Webuildidaho

Senior Engineer, Civil - Dams and Hydropower

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!

Senior Engineer, Civil - Dams and Hydropower

McMillen, Inc.’s seeking a Senior Engineer, Civil , with a strong technical background to help deliver exceptional service to our clients. The ideal candidate is a proven Seller-Doer and a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with 15+ years of experience in water resources and extensive experience analyzing and evaluating dam structures.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, manage, and maintain client relationships.
  • Identify project opportunities, actively pursue opportunities, and prepare proposals.
  • Manage projects by establishing project deliverables, developing the project team, manage changes to project scope, establish communication plans, and monitor and control project work.
  • Collection and analysis of field data, as-built plans and engineering reports to establish existing conditions and identify critical areas for design criteria.
  • Manage the scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of all project phases.
  • Supervise the preparation of project reports, grant proposals, and other documentation for stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or a related field. (P.Eng)
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or a related field, with specific experience in dam removal or water resource management.
  • Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and large-scale environmental restoration projects.
  • Proficiency in environmental modeling software and engineering design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, GIS).
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, contractors, and the public.
  • Strong communication, technical and analytical skills
  • Travel to project sites may be required.
  • Flexible work schedule with both office and remote work options.

Compensation Package

Pay Range: $165,000 – $250,000 (DOE)

Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

Company Bio

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee’nowned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

No recruiters, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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