Senior Project Engineer
Posted Date: May 29, 2025
Location: Mechanicsburg, PA, US, 17055
Company: American Water Works Company Inc
Requisition ID: 108320
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About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.
American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.
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Primary Role
This position is responsible for managing (individually or through a team) all activities related to planning, design, assessment, and implementation of dam safety projects and programs. These projects are critical to ensuring the integrity, compliance, and operational reliability of the company’s water resource management and public safety.
Note: The level of the position will be determined based on the candidate’s skills and experience
Key Accountabilities
- Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple dam safety projects, including inspections, rehabilitation, and new construction. (20%)
- Drive efficiency in project delivery by tracking key performance indicators such as cost, schedule adherence, and risk mitigation. (10%)
- Ensure all projects comply with federal and state dam safety regulations. (20%)
- Oversee the execution of dam safety evaluations, risk assessments, and engineering analyses in accordance with company standards and industry best practices. (10%)
- Collaborate with internal teams (Operations, Capital, Legal) and external stakeholders (regulators, consultants, public) to align project goals and minimize operational impacts. (20%)
- Coordinate with property, legal, and permitting teams to secure necessary land rights, environmental clearances, and regulatory approvals. (20%)
Knowledge/Skills
- Strong knowledge of dam engineering principles, including geotechnical, structural, and hydraulic design.
- Familiarity with dam safety regulations and guidelines (e.g., FERC, FEMA, NRCS, USACE and PADEP).
- Experience with dam inspection, instrumentation, risk-informed decision-making, and emergency action planning.
- Proficiency in project management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and reporting.
- Ability to interpret and apply engineering codes, technical standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
- Competency in engineering software and project management tools.
- Financial acumen, including cost estimation, budget tracking, and financial reporting.
Experience/Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
- Advanced management or technical degree preferred.
- Certifications & Licenses: Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
- Minimum 10 years experience in project delivery of major water resources projects.
Certifications/Licenses
Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
Work Environment
Primarily office environment with a few field visits.
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%.
Competencies
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