Eagle Creek Renewable Energy LLC · 9 hours ago
Associate Director of Civil Engineering
Bethesda, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
10+ years expEagle Creek Renewable Energy LLC is a company focused on renewable energy solutions, and they are seeking an Associate Director of Civil Engineering. The role involves overseeing the day-to-day execution of the Owner’s Dam Safety Program and collaborating with various teams to ensure dam safety and compliance with regulations.
Clean EnergyEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Understand the risks, responsibilities and liabilities of dam operations and ownership
Collaborate with the Chief Dam Safety Engineer to develop and implement an effective ODSP
Serve as a primary point of contact responsible for day-to-day communications with engineering consultants, construction contractors, the FERC regional offices, and a wide range of Eagle Creek personnel
Lead DSEs (Dam Safety Engineers) in the development and maintenance of Dam Safety Surveillance and Monitoring Plans, Supporting Technical Information Documents, Dam Safety Surveillance and Monitoring Reports, and other technical reports as required
Participate in and/or designate DSEs to participate in FERC dam safety inspections, Part 12 inspections, PFMAs, and Risk Analysis workshops as well as oversee the review of all associated reports and STIDs for technical content and quality
Lead the dam safety surveillance monitoring program (detailed gate inspections, bathymetry surveys, topographic surveys, monument surveys, dive inspections, etc.) for an assigned area and collaborate with DSEs to review performance monitoring data and develop DSSMRs
Lead the implementation of processes and procedures for the inspection, maintenance, and testing of flow control equipment
Assist and train Operations staff in the understanding and application of safe operational practices to preserve dam and public safety, including assistance as needed with inflow and outflow forecasting
Respond to incidents at dams by ensuring all necessary actions are taken to prevent or mitigate loss of life or property from a potential dam failure
Assist the Operations Team in the identification of and evaluation of solutions to maintenance deficiencies
Collaborate with DSEs, project consultants, the Operations Team, and state and federal regulatory representatives to ensure that all dam safety engineering commitments are completed on time and that deliverables are of high quality
Lead DSEs in the execution of projects to ensure that all dam and civil construction projects are completed on time and in accordance with commonly accepted dam safety practices for continued safe operation
Collaborate with external auditors and the CDSE to conduct periodic external and internal ODSP reviews
Participate in the development and implementation of company-wide dam safety training programs to create and maintain a company-wide culture focused on dam safety as a top priority
Lead the assigned DSEs in information management to verify and ensure appropriate maintenance and completeness of dam safety files, records, and documents. Including applicable dam safety documentation of newly acquired projects
Serve as a driver of continuous improvement of the Dam and Public Safety Program
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
Professional Engineer (PE) license/certification
A minimum of 10 years of experience in an engineering discipline integral to dams
An innovative problem solver with track record of successful problem-solving proficiencies
Demonstrated ability to successfully operate independently
Strong organizational skills and independently driven to complete tasks
Knowledge and understanding of FERC and applicable State Dam Safety regulations
Fundamental understanding and application of structural, geotechnical, hydrologic, and hydraulic engineering and construction management concepts
Knowledge of dam instrumentation including various types of piezometers, inclinometers, etc
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines
The ability to travel up to 30% of the time depending on location
Ability to climb/traverse the slopes of dams, some of which may exceed 100 feet
Comfortable with entry into confined spaces such as dam galleries for inspections
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Commuter benefits, Voluntary Life, 401(k) Match
Eleven paid holidays per year, plus a competitive PTO schedule and time off to volunteer or give back to your community
Access to a company-funded Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts through ADP LifeMart
Tuition Reimbursement as well as access to trainings & mentors for Career Progression and Personal Development
Company
Eagle Creek Renewable Energy LLC
Eagle Creek Renewable Energy was founded in 2010 to acquire, enhance and operate small hydroelectric power facilities.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$100M2025-10-06Acquired
2013-09-17Series Unknown· $100M
Leadership Team
Bud Cherry
CEO
Neal Simmons
Chief Executive Officer
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