Hydraulic Engineer

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Mining and Metals:

Increasing production of critical minerals is key for allowing the development of components for clean energy technologies, from wind turbines to batteries. This shift to clean energy—and the need for commodities—is critical to underpinning the energy transition. At Bechtel, our teams extract these vital resources to support net zero in a way which is more sustainable than ever before. 

Job Summary:

Major Responsibilities:

• Assisting in preparing hydraulic / hydrologic calculations, conceptual designs, studies and reports, mainly for mining projects. 
• Supporting one or more projects and studies executed worldwide, simultaneously, as dictated by need and availability. 
• Meeting schedule and budget for the assigned tasks, while following Bechtel procedures and keeping high technical quality. 
• Coordinating work tasks with other technical specialists, engineering disciplines, and project personnel, as needed. 
• Participating in and fostering a work environment based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, and innovation. 
• Exercising basic engineering judgment while performing assigned tasks. 
• Participating in technical excellence activities, such as co-authoring technical papers for conferences, keeping abreast of technological developments, etc. 
• Supporting the hydraulic engineering lead on project to track progress of the work developed. 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a Civil Engineering or Civil Industrial Engineering degree with major / specialization in Hydraulic/Hydrologic Engineering, and 1-3 years of experience in hydraulic/hydrologic engineering. 
• Preferred if also holds a MSc or PhD degree in same specialty. 

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Possesses programming skills in R, Python, Matlab, Visual Basic, and/or similar computer language. 
• Possesses basic experience in using specialty computer programs such as: HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, Global Mapper, FluidFlow, or similar. 
• Able to fluently communicate in English and in Spanish, both verbally and written communication (high proficiency). 
• Good verbal and writing skills to communicate with team in preparation of reports, calculations and other documentation. 
• Willingness and ability to travel to and remain at jobsites on generally short-term assignments (up to several weeks at a time). 

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.