Regional Dams Engineer

RIZZO International Inc. is seeking an experienced civil, structural, or geotechnical engineer with a background in dam engineering to oversee and direct analysis and design work for new and existing dams and water resources facilities in the New York region. This position will be based in our Tarrytown, NY office, where the successful candidate will manage and execute dam-related projects, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will be involved in all project phases, from feasibility studies and design development to construction oversight and dam safety inspections. This role requires collaboration with clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development of technical reports and proposals for dam-related projects.
• Develop construction and engineering cost estimates for dam projects.
• Lead and direct hydrologic, hydraulic, stability, seepage, bearing capacity, and settlement analyses for various types of dams (e.g., earthen, rock fill, concrete).
• Oversee the preparation of detailed design/construction drawings and specifications for dams and appurtenant structures.
• Conduct and oversee dam safety inspections and regulatory compliance assessments.
• Provide input on project planning, scheduling, and coordination of engineering tasks.
• Support client and regulatory interactions related to dam safety and infrastructure projects.
• Domestic and occasional international travel, as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. degree in civil, structural, or geotechnical engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License required.
• 8 years (12 preferred) of experience in dam engineering design, analysis, and safety inspections.
• Strong technical knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, geotechnical stability analysis, and structural evaluations for dam structures.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies and compliance frameworks for dam safety.
• U.S. work authorization required.
  
  

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $150,000 - $175,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

Competitive Compensation Package

• 401(k)
• Accident/Wellness insurance
• Dental insurance
• Dependent care spending account
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (vacation, paid sick leave, holidays)
• Professional development
• Employee referral program
• Relocation assistance (as applicable)
• Vision insurance
• Optional work from home Fridays
• Twelve (12) annual work from home days
  
  

BACKGROUND

RIZZO International, Inc. is a woman-owned, highly focused consulting firm specializing in all aspects of civil engineering, earth sciences, and field/testing services for dams, nuclear power plants, and other power-related markets. Our firm has worked around the world on unique, challenging, and technically demanding projects. We take pride in our commitment to providing personal and professional services in a responsive, high quality manner, and continually strive to exceed our clients’ expectations by providing innovative and economically smart solutions. To learn more about our global experience visit us at our website.

EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran

EEOC Disclaimer: RIZZO International, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer in that our policy, in accordance with Federal and State laws, prohibits employment discrimination solely on the basis of a person’s race, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex, marital status, or disability except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

Candidates need to submit their resume through our website for consideration.

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 10 - 15 years

Salary: $150,000 - $175,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: No