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Senior Dam Safety Risk Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
5670 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard (Show on map)
Jan 20, 2026

Senior Dam Safety Risk Engineer
Primary Location

US-CA-Davis
ID

2026-4186






Category
Dams & Levees

Position Type
Regular Part-Time

Remote
No

Additional Location
US-NY-Syracuse

Additional Location
US-NJ-Bloomfield

Additional Location
US-IL-Chicago

Additional Location
US-CA-Los Angeles

Additional Location
US-CO-Greenwood Village

Additional Location
US-WA-Seattle



Overview

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Dam Safety Risk Engineer to join our dams, levees, and hydraulic structures practice, preferably in our Davis, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Bloomfield, NJ; or Syracuse, NY office. The ability to work remote or hybrid is at the discretion of the Company. This position is well-suited for a talented, highly experienced individual who is interested in being a leader and contributing to innovative and challenging projects involving dams, hydraulic structures, levees, and related water resources infrastructure.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Provide support within the Geosyntec dams, levees, and hydraulic structures practice.
  • Provide expertise and guidance for projects, including such activities as:
  • Assist with potential failure modes analysis (PFMA) and Level 2 risk assessment (L2RA) as part of FERC Part 12D Comprehensive Assessments.
  • Providing and supporting risk-informed decision making (RIDM) processes, such as by evaluating baseline risk and risk-reduction measures for dam modifications.
  • Provide input for major dam safety projects, reviewing risk analyses and mitigation strategies.
  • Conducting site visits / fieldwork associated with evaluation and reduction of dam safety risk.
  • Assist with project/task management and proposal preparation management and support.
  • Develop technical reports and risk management cases that assess dam safety risk, mitigation options, and regulatory compliance.
  • Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.


Education and Licensure

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, economics, or a related field. (required)
  • Advanced degree in civil engineering or a related field. (preferred)
  • Professional registration (i.e., P.E. or P.G.). (preferred)
  • Certification in risk assessment. (preferred)


Skills, Experience and Qualifications

  • At least 7 years (8+ preferred) of experience, with a focus on dam safety and dam safety risk, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
  • Experience supporting PFMA, risk analysis, and risk-informed decision-making workshops. (required)
  • Knowledge of FERC, USACE, and other regulatory guidelines related to dam safety and risk assessment. (required)
  • Knowledge of dam safety risk framework and risk processes for dams. (required)
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills, with experience preparing regulatory reports and risk evaluations. (required)
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and provide expert-level guidance on dam safety and risk assessment. (required)
  • Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
  • Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
  • Fieldwork and overnight travel may be required.
  • Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

  • Minimum Salary: $102,055 /year / Maximum Salary: $164,320/year (Syracuse, NY)
  • Minimum Salary: $107,160/year / Maximum Salary: $172,530/year (Denver, CO, Chicago, IL)
  • Minimum Salary: $112,260/year / Maximum Salary: $180,745/year (Davis, CA, Seattle, WA)
  • Minimum Salary: $117,365/year / Maximum Salary: $188,960/year (Los Angeles, CA, Bloomfield, NJ)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees including, 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, a minimum of 8 sick days, and a minimum of 11 vacation days per year, in line with state or federal requirements. Employees (and their families) are offered medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), a variety of leaves of absences and other benefits to eligible employees.

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