Job Description

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Houston, TX

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report . 

Job Summary:

In this role, you will conduct technical analyses and modeling studies in H&H subject areas to support engineering design and construction including risk assessments and value engineering. Work will include preparation and checking of design calculations and study reports, specification of input data requirements, participation in data collection and verification efforts. You will participate in interdisciplinary work group meetings, coordinate work plan and execution with other technical specialists and be responsible for the quality and on time delivery of the work products. Successful completion of task assignments will require excellent teamwork and close coordination with G&HES staff and with project teams. Academic background and numerical modeling skills in pipeline hydraulics, surface water hydrology and hydraulics are required.

Ability to work independently and exercise engineering judgment in problem definition, and evaluation and adaptation of engineering principles and techniques is required.

Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and the embrace of Bechtel’s diversity & inclusion, leadership, quality, and safety values are required.

Work may require short-term travel to project sites in the U.S. and overseas

Major Responsibilities:

• Originate and check H&H deliverables including engineering calculations and study reports
• Specify, collect, review, and interpret data required to support design and numerical model development
• Review and interpret regulations and permitting requirements relevant to hydraulic design and hydrologic assessments
• Adhere to schedule and budget for assigned activities
• Adhere to project execution plan, and quality assurance requirements and engineering procedures and instructions.
• Incorporate relevant best practices and lessons learned in H&H specific design and in general engineering execution.
• Receive technical and administrative direction from H&H supervisor

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires master's degree and 8-10 years of relevant experience, or doctoral degree and 6-8 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience with pipeline system modeling software for water hammer analysis such as HAMMER, WANDA, PipeNet, AFT, SPS, or equivalent
• Experience with surface water hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, or equivalent
• Knowledge of design of hydraulic structures
• Knowledge of coastal engineering and hydrodynamic modeling
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards
• Previous experience working on engineering design for large industrial projects
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, computer graphics, and other appropriate computer applications to facilitate the compilation and analysis of data collection activities
• Experience with coding in Fortran, Visual Basic, Python, MATLAB or C++ in processing and analyzing large spatial and time series datasets
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration
• Right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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