Hydraulic Engineer- Spillway Modeling and Dam Hydraulics
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Ayres Associates’ River Engineering and Water Resources Group seeks a Hydraulic Engineer to analyze and design dams, spillways, outlet works, and complex river systems. The engineer will support hydraulic analyses and modeling, interpret results, prepare technical deliverables, and participate in field investigations and dam inspections. The role offers guidance from experienced specialists and opportunities to build expertise in dam safety and hydraulic engineering.
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Hydraulic Engineer- Spillway Modeling & Dam Hydraulics
Madison, Wisconsin
Ayres' River Engineering and Water Resources Group is seeking a Hydraulic Engineer to support the analysis and design of dams, spillways, outlet works, and complex river systems. This opportunity is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving challenging hydraulic problems and wants to grow under the guidance of experienced dam and hydraulic modeling specialists.
On any given day, you’ll:
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Evaluate the hydraulic performance of dams, spillways, outlet works, and related infrastructure.
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Assist with hydraulic analyses using engineering calculations, numerical models, and field data.
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Develop and support 1D, 2D, and 3D hydraulic models, including FLOW-3D training and application.
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Interpret model results and help prepare technical reports, figures, and client deliverables.
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Participate in field investigations, dam inspections, and occasional construction support activities.
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Collaborate with project managers, engineers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or related field.
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Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
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Coursework, internship, research, or professional experience related to hydraulics, fluid mechanics, water resources, river engineering, or hydraulic structures.
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Experience applying computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling through graduate research, internships, laboratory work, or professional experience.
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Working knowledge of fluid mechanics and open-channel hydraulics.
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Ability and willingness to perform fieldwork at dam, spillway, river, and heavy civil construction sites.
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A valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
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Master's degree in a related engineering discipline.
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Experience with FLOW-3D.
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Experience with physical hydraulic modeling of spillways, outlet works, and energy-dissipation structures.
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Familiarity with dams, spillways, flood studies, or river systems.
Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:
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Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
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401(k) with company match
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling
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Professional development and technical mentoring
Join a team where you'll work on meaningful water resources projects while building specialized expertise in dam safety and hydraulic engineering.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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How this job compares
Set against the 5,002 open Civil Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Wisconsin median$91–145K/yr41 salary ranges
- US median$30–43/hr200 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 136 open Civil Engineer jobs in Wisconsin and 5,002 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Wisconsin
- Stantec18 open
- Ayres Associates (this employer)15 open
- Jacobs12 open
- Experience
- Civil Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (4,054 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,902 of the 5,002 open Civil Engineer jobs (78%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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