Environmental Engineer 1

Mindlance is hiring an Environmental Engineer 1 in Birmingham, AL, requiring 0-5 years of experience and a bachelor's degree in engineering. Responsibilities include water resource management, hydrologic modeling, and supporting reservoir management operations. The position is hybrid, allowing for both office-based and remote work, and involves maintaining real-time instrumentation and using software for water control plans.
Environmental Engineer 1#26-09435

Birmingham, AL

All On-site

Job Description

The Engineer 1 position requires 0-5 years of experience in a related field and an accredited bachelor's degree in environmental, civil, or chemical engineering. An advanced degree is also desirable. Job responsibilities include implementation of the water control plan for the Alabama Power watersheds which includes operational forecasting, flood control, and drought management. Reservoir operations use software systems and data from many sources to implement the water control plan: hydrologic equipment and instrumentation, weather forecasts, and historical operational information. A remote network of real-time instrumentation is also maintained by reservoir management personnel and contractors including rain, stage and temperature sensors. Reservoir management also provides watershed modeling using river analysis software. To facilitate these functions, computer systems and a software suite referred to as HOMS (Hydro Optimization Management System) are also operated and maintained by reservoir management. This position will support the hydro reservoir management team with these activities. Primary Responsibilities: Water resource management which includes hydro operations forecasting, flood control, and drought management Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling Watershed modeling Computer model development and configuration

WORK LOCATION & SCHEDULE

The position will be located in Client Location.

The position is part of a team that works remotely beyond regular business hours and during weekends to support real-time systems.

The position will be hybrid, combining both office-based and remote work.

POSITION SUMMARY

The position will fill a water resources engineer in the Client hydro organization. Client owns and operates hydro generating plants across several watersheds. Reservoir management is responsible for the implementation of the overall water control plan of these watersheds which includes operational forecasting, flood control, and drought management. Reservoir operations uses software systems and data from many sources to implement the water control plan: hydrologic equipment and instrumentation, weather forecasts, and historical operational information. A remote network of real-time instrumentation is also maintained by reservoir management personnel and contractors including rain, stage and temperature sensors. Reservoir management also provides watershed modeling using river analysis software. To facilitate these functions, computer systems and a software suite referred to as HOMS (Hydro Optimization Management System) are also operated and maintained by reservoir management. This position will support the hydro reservoir management team with these activities.

Primary Responsibilities:

Water resource management which includes hydro operations forecasting, flood control, and drought management

Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling

Watershed modeling

Support of the gaging systems and equipment

Computer system management

Programming to support software developed and maintained by reservoir management

Computer model development and configuration

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required

Experience:

A basic understanding of:

Water resource management

Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling

Watershed modeling

Fluid mechanics

Computer model development and configuration

Programming and scripting languages

Familiar with:

Gaging systems and equipment

Data collection and dissemination

Additional Skills & Abilities:

Results oriented

Supports work outside of a traditional work schedule, for example during flood control operations forecasts are developed and updated during a rain event

Presents technical information clearly

Builds relationships across departments and support organizations within the hydro industry

Fosters collaboration and teamwork

Embraces new ideas and continuous learning

Values a diverse and inclusive work team

Behavioral Attributes:

Model Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance

Demonstrate a customer-focused mindset and take personal responsibility to complete all assignments and to resolve all issues.

Demonstrate the ability to build relationships with peers and across organizational lines and to succeed in a team-oriented environment.

Time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.

Exhibits strong problem solving, oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Some relocation assistance may be available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the area.

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.