Job Description:Summary:The person in this position will work on multidisciplinary project teams providing hydrologic engineering and related technical expertise, primarily for water retaining dams and hydropower facilities. Primary responsibilities will include hydrologic assessment of wet and dry extreme precipitation and flow events; modeling rainfall, snowmelt, and rain-on-snowmelt events; development of inflow hydrographs and flow duration curves; flood frequency analysis and development of hydrologic hazard curves; reservoir operation simulation; inundation modeling and mapping; hydrologic engineering analysis; report writing; dam safety evaluations; and risk analyses. The work may involve short-term, out-of-town assignments either in the field or in another office. As markets fluctuate, opportunities may also include working on other types of water resource projects such as stormwater infrastructure, flood routing and risk reduction, or irrigation systems.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with an emphasis on hydrology and/or water resources5 years of relevant professional experience with an emphasis on hydrologic engineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) certification or ability to obtain certification within one yearAbility to perform probability and statistical analysis of hydrological datasetsFamiliarity with a variety of software packages and modeling tools, in particular HEC-SSP, HEC-HMS, USACE time series toolbox, and other statistical packagesFamiliarity with snowmelt methods, particularly applicable to the mountain regions of the western USAFamiliarity with risk assessment framework for dams and hydropower facilitiesStrong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clientsStrong technical and problem-solving skillsAttention to detail, accuracy, and completenessExperience mentoring junior level engineersA flexible working style as required to meet deadlines and/or client needsPossession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving recordLegal authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the futurePreferred Qualifications:Master's degree or PhD in civil engineering with an emphasis on hydrology and/or water resources6 or more years of relevant professional experience an emphasis on hydrology and/or water resourcesExperience with water resources challenges in Colorado including precipitation and flooding data analysis; urban and rural hydrologic analysis; storm sewer analysis and design; open channel and pipe flow analysis; hydraulic structures; stormwater quality and green stormwater infrastructure design; bank stabilization and stream restoration; floodplain analysis and mapping; dam break analysis; dam and levee analysis and designAbility to perform stochastic modeling of hydrological processesExperience and knowledge of software packages HEC-SSP and HEC-HMSExperience with development of hydrologic hazard curvesKnowledge of and experience with other software packages including RMC-BestFit, RMC-RFA, HEC-ResSim, RiverWare, LifeSim, or HEC-RASExperience with determination of low flows in a semi-arid environmentExperience with storm analysis including discrimination of storm types, orographic effects, and snowmelt considerations as well as with determination of the probable maximum precipitation and probable maximum floodExperience with flood frequency analysis, including incorporation of paleoflood informationKnowledge of and experience using guidelines from established dam safety programs, including those from USACE, USBR, or FERCObserver or participant of a semi-quantitative or quantitative risk analysis sessionA hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of either Barr's Denver or Fort Collins, Colorado, or Salt Lake City, Utah, offices.Colorado Applicants Only:Compensation:The anticipated base salary range for this position is $75,000-$130,000 Compensation will vary based on experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus. Our compensation comes in more ways than traditional base salary, and we believe that when all those elements are combined, our compensation is a competitive part of the total value proposition of working at Barr.NOTE: Must be able to work in locations that may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and conditions typical of industrial facilities. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided.#LI-HybridOpen positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
