Senior Hydraulic Engineer- Spillway Modeling & Dam Hydraulics
Remote Eligible | Reports into Madison, Wisconsin Office
Ayres is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Engineer with expertise in dam hydraulics,
spillway analysis, and advanced hydraulic modeling. This role offers the
opportunity to lead technically complex projects for state and federal agencies
and dam owners throughout the United States while working remotely.
What You'll Do
Lead hydraulic evaluations of dams, spillways, outlet works, and flood
conveyance systems.
Develop, review, and guide advanced 1D, 2D, and 3D hydraulic models,
including FLOW-3D analyses.
Assess spillway capacity, energy dissipation, cavitation potential, scour,
gate operations, and extreme flood performance.
Prepare and review technical reports, engineering analyses, and regulatory
submissions.
Serve as a technical mentor to junior engineers and modelers.
Support dam rehabilitation, dam safety, and hydraulic infrastructure
improvement projects.
Participate in periodic site visits and occasional travel to Ayres offices
and project locations.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering,
Hydraulic Engineering, or related field.
PE license, or ability to obtain licensure within 12 months (EIT would be
required).
8+ years of hydraulic engineering experience focused on dams, spillways,
river systems, or complex hydraulic structures; OR 5+ years of hydraulic
engineering experience with a graduate degree and CFD focus.
Demonstrated experience with hydraulic modeling, including CFD applications
such as FLOW-3D.
Strong technical writing, client communication, and project collaboration
skills.
Ability and willingness to perform fieldwork at dam, spillway, river, and
heavy civil construction sites.
A valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a related engineering discipline.
Experience with dam safety evaluations, extreme flood studies, and regulatory
review processes.
Experience mentoring engineers and serving as a technical resource on
multidisciplinary projects.
Demonstrated ability to verify CFD results against theory, physical-model or
field data, and sensitivity testing.
Why Ayres?
Employee-owned through our ESOP
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
Flexible work arrangements
Career growth and leadership opportunities
Join Ayres and help deliver innovative hydraulic solutions that improve dam
safety, protect communities, and advance critical water resources
infrastructure. Not sure you meet every qualification? Candidates having
experience between the Hydraulic Engineer and Senior Hydraulic Engineer posting
requirements are encouraged to apply to the Hydraulic Engineer posting.