Finding the right fit: 

Ayres’ River Engineering and Water Resources group is seeking a senior civil / structural engineer with a proven track record of managing and successfully executing dam rehabilitation and dam analysis projects, particularly for dams regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). This position desires an entrepreneurial mindset to support our growing our national practice in the area of FERC Part 12D inspections, comprehensive assessments with risk analyses, and dam rehabilitation projects.

The successful candidate will be a registered professional engineer in civil or structural engineering and have demonstrated expertise in completing concrete and steel designs; global stability analyses of large concrete structures; and ability to assist with designs of sheet pile systems, concrete piers and rollways, tainter gates, powerhouse structures, and retaining walls.

On any given day, you’ll:

• Take the lead in identifying marketing opportunities and work collaboratively to win projects from utilities with FERC hydropower licenses, especially risk assessments and Part 12D related work.
• Manage projects, oversee design and production of plans and specifications, and ensure that the work is produced on schedule, profitably, and in conformance with the quality standards of Ayres.
• Build and maintain respectful working relationships with Project Managers and other leaders within the company.
• Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff.
• Actively engage in professional organizations.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university is the minimum requirement. A master’s degree in structural engineering is preferred.
• Registered professional engineer (PE) in a US state with ability to become licensed by comity in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Minnesota.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the field of civil / structural engineering. Previous experience in completing designs and submitting approved analyses for dams at FERC projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to independently manage projects with budgets of 250 to 2000 hours of engineering time.
• Working knowledge of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, US Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Reclamation, and American Concrete Institute design standards for engineering of concrete structures. A similar knowledge of design standards for engineering of steel structures is also highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Proven communication skills including great client relationships and a willingness to market services to internal and external clients.
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record. 

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Experience establishing mutually respectful, collaborative relationships with utility owners, contractors, and regulatory agency personnel, particularly within the upper Midwest and FERC’s Chicago Region. 
• Experience with engineering and analyzing a variety of concrete dam types ranging in size from 10 to 400 feet in height.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:  

• Health/dental/vision insurance offering affordable plans with flexible coverage options
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Development
• Paid membership dues to professional organizations
• Paid licensing exam/prep course for professional certification
• Encourage/reimburse for professional registrations and certifications.
• Work/Life Balance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays [including two floating holidays]
• Flexible work schedules
• Financial
• Flexible spending plans and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Social
• Peer recognition program and mentor programs
• Young Professionals [YP] networking groups
• Sporting events, dragon boat races, annual parties, summer picnics, and more!

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