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What You’ll Do

Join Confidential Client’s engineering team in Chadds Ford, PA as an Entry-Level (Staff) Dam Engineer. In this hands-on role you will support the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of dams and related hydraulic structures while learning from experienced engineers. Typical duties include field data collection, technical design and calculations, CAD drafting, report preparation, and participating in site inspections.

• Apply engineering principles, numerical models, and practical judgement under the supervision of senior staff
• Perform design calculations for hydraulic structures (spillways, dam outlet works, diversion/check structures, measurement flumes, and other raw-water infrastructure)
• Assist with inspections of dams and hydraulic structures and document findings
• Prepare CAD drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD Civil3D
• Develop engineering recommendations and write technical reports and specifications
• Collect and verify field measurements and data; support construction observation as needed
• Coordinate with project teams and communicate technical information clearly in writing and verbally

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Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant professional experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel (assignments may last several months)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license (driving is an essential function)
• Ability to pass background checks and pre-employment drug screening as required

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Preferred Skills & Experience

• Prior internship or professional experience in geotechnical, civil, or construction-related engineering
• Master’s degree in a related discipline
• EIT certification (Engineer in Training) or progress toward licensure

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $62,400 — $86,000 per year (range provided by Confidential Client and may vary based on location and experience)
• Employment type: Full-time (contract engagement noted in sourcing) Benefit highlights include:
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee-paid life & AD&D insurance (100% company-paid for basic coverage where offered)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid where offered)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) or similar equity participation
• Bonus program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

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Additional Information

Confidential Client is committed to training and mentoring entry-level engineers. This role is ideal for someone who wants a mix of office- and field-based work, strong technical growth, and exposure to dam and hydraulic-structure engineering projects.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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