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Date:Jan 8, 2026

Location: Los Angeles, CA, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID: 95214

Job Category: Energy

Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining (https://www.hatch.com/Projects/Metals-And-Minerals) ,energy (https://www.hatch.com/Projects/Energy) , andinfrastructure (http://bit.ly/HatchProjectsInfrastructure) , our10,000 colleagues (http://bit.ly/3l3V1N3) in150 countries (https://bit.ly/2TTgBIl) tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change

Hatch is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Los Angeles, CA with extensive analysis and design experience on large and small hydro power projects. The Engineer will be part of an engineering team providing technical support and design of concrete structures involving dam spillways, intake structures, powerhouse, hoist support structures and stability analyses of dams and related structures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working in a fast-paced, dynamic team with other engineers in a multidisciplinary environment.

• Structural Analysis and Design of Large and Small Hydro Power Projects.

• Develop 3D Finite Element Models of concrete dams and perform static & seismic analysis.

• Ensuring compliance with all relevant engineering standards and internal procedures for all design activities.

• Preparing and contributing technical memos and reports, within areas of expertise.

Core Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with emphasis on structural analysis and design.

• Registered as a Professional Engineer with 10+ years of experience.

• Excellent communication and writing skills.

• Proficiency in the use of programs such as AutoCad, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, STAAD, SAP2000.

• Non-linear finite element stress analysis using programs such as ANSYS, ABAQUS and LS-DYNA.

• Has completed courses in finite element analysis, structural analysis, design of reinforced concrete and structural steel design using Canadian codes and standards.

The following qualifications would be considered assets:

• Experience in detailed structural design of hydroelectric structures.

• Computer programming experience and use of such programs as MATLAB and FORTRAN.

• Seismic analysis of structures

• Master's or PhD degree specializing in structural analysis and design

Salary: $145,000 - $161,000

Position reports to the Director – Hydropower & Dams Engineering

Why join us?

• Work withgreat people (https://bit.ly/36124ja) to make a difference

• Collaborate on excitingprojects (http://bit.ly/HatchProjects) to develop innovative solutions

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What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment

• Long term career development

• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects thediversity (http://bit.ly/2JuRZAT) of thecommunities (https://bit.ly/2kx24hB) in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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