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Hydraulics Engineer

$153k - $250k

Franz Witte Landscape Contracting

Senior Applied Hydraulics EngineerMcMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Applied Hydraulics Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be a recognized leader in Hydraulic engineering for large water resources projects with demonstrated technical expertise, particularly as it applies to dams, energy, fisheries, infrastructure, or natural resources.McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned 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.Responsibilities:Lead discussions, meetings, and workshops for project teams and clientsEnsure multiple work elements produced by support staff meet established quality standards and project requirementsInitiate and lead marketing and business development pursuitsIdentify and pursue opportunities with new and existing clients to support business growthPrepare and oversee project deliverables, including reports, letters, technical memoranda, drawings, and specifications across multiple project componentsImplement and lead technical and management QA/QC reviews for projects in accordance with client requirements and company policiesActively manage project and organizational risks associated with deliverables and work productsParticipate in the development and execution of strategic initiativesDirect and delegate workloads effectively while holding staff accountable for performance and resultsTrain, evaluate, recruit, and mentor staff with the goal of developing future technical and management leaders within the firmQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering requiredMaster's degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering required20 years of experience in hydraulic engineering10 years of project management experience preferredProfessional Engineer (PE) license requiredExperience with FERC regulations is preferredDemonstrated skills in stakeholder engagement, persuasion and negotiation of critical issuesProven ability to effectively integrate resources and talent to build and lead high-performing project teamsAbility to provide meaningful input on key business operations and strategic decisionsExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent tasksAbility to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, lead project tasks, work independently, and remain self-motivatedWillingness and ability to travel up to 25% monthlyThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Compensation Package:Pay Range: $153,000 - $250,000 (DOE)Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.No recruiters, please.

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