Hydraulic Engineer

SPIN Global is a Maryland-based public benefit corporation that exists to disrupt disasters from neighborhoods to nations. We are seeking qualified applicants to build a deployment-ready cadre, prepared to support response operations as opportunities arise. Applicants must possess a FEMA Entry on Duty (EOD).

‬‬‬Responsibilities

• Assess and design hydraulic systems and flood control measures to support disaster recovery and resilience efforts.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions for water management and infrastructure restoration.
• Conduct site inspections to evaluate hydraulic and water resource conditions, providing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Utilize FEMA’s Grants Portal to manage hydraulic project documentation and ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, including hydraulic calculations, modeling results, and design plans.
• Provide expert guidance on determination memorandums and appeals related to hydraulic engineering.
• Stay current with FEMA training requirements and emerging technologies in hydraulic engineering.

Requirements

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of experience in a related field and professional registration or
  • Bachelor's Degree with 15 years of experience in a related field.
• Certification:
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Completion of FEMA courses preferred:
  • IS-1000: Public Assistance Program and Eligibility
  • IS-1001: The Public Assistance Delivery Model Orientation
  • IS-1002: FEMA Grants Portal - Transparency at Every Step
  • IS-1004: The FEMA Site Inspection Process
  • IS-1018: Determination Memorandums and Appeals
  • 7116: Program Delivery Manager
  • 7117: Site Inspection
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling and analysis software.
• Strong knowledge of water systems, flood control, and infrastructure engineering.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Work onsite in North Carolina.
• EOD Required.