Damwatch Engineering is currently seeking a Principal Structural Engineer for a full-time role based in Wellington or Auckland, New Zealand.

Damwatch is a specialised engineering consultancy - we focus on dams and associated structures, providing strategic engineering and dam safety services for maintaining and developing dam infrastructure in New Zealand and overseas. Due to increased workload, we are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to support these projects.

Our New Zealand client base includes the hydropower, irrigation and water supply sectors. Typical structural aspects that are evaluated include concrete dams, spillways, diversion tunnels, powerhouses, concrete faced dams, bridges, retaining walls, anchors, concrete design etc.

The Role

We seek a Principal Structural Engineer (CPEng qualified) with 15+ years' experience in design of projects, implementation and delivery of site-based works. You need to be experienced in the field of Structural Engineering and able to contribute to projects both as a design lead, internal reviewer and member of a design team. You will need to be a self-starter, motivated, willing to learn, an open communicator, and keen to enhance your dam engineering skills working alongside experts in the dam engineering field.

Depending on your skills, you can anticipate working on a variety of dam types and deliver a range of services from dam safety investigations through seismic analysis, hydraulic modelling and upgrade design, to feasibility studies, and design and construction of dams, canals and associated structures.

The Principal Structural Engineer role is an opportunity to work alongside and support a group of professional engineers working on challenging dam projects and to have the opportunity to advance your own area(s) of expertise.

• Lead and support development of high-performing teams in project delivery
• Collaborate with a variety of stakeholders to deliver complex projects that meet or exceed client expectations, all while ensuring we maintain our high standards for quality, and health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Implement best-practice for project delivery and documentation
• Provide proactive style of management and leadership
• Drive continuous improvement in project processes and systems

Ideally you will have the following attributes:

• Hold a structural / civil engineering degree or equivalent
• Achieved Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status with Engineering New Zealand
• Demonstrate experience (at least 15 years) in structural and civil engineering associated with dams and hydropower or equivalent
• The ability to represent Damwatch as technical lead with key clients
• Demonstrated capability in analysis, problem solving and innovation
• Excellent English language skills (verbal and written)
• Experience in the use of FEA & frame type models - Damwatch uses SAP2000, MIDAS & ANSYS LS-Dyna
• The ability to interact with other design streams including geotechnical, hydraulic design and general civil engineering
• Damwatch principally works on existing dam structures, we require the Principal Structural Engineer to have a comprehensive understanding of behavioural history vs design standards and guidelines
• Demonstrated depth of seismic design experience and understanding
• The ability to support Damwatch develop and diversify our service offering in structural engineering
• Willingness to travel overseas and within New Zealand as required to meet our commitments to clients
• Leadership and mentoring skills to support our structural engineering team

Damwatch offers:

• A great collegial environment with fellow engineers who love what they do
• Training and mentoring in Structural Engineering analysis associated with Dam Engineering in a seismic environment
• The Wellington office base is our preferred location, however there is scope for the successful candidate to be based in Auckland
• The opportunity to work on exciting international projects, based in New Zealand
• Personal, technical and professional development
• A competitive remuneration package

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a full CV and covering letter to [email protected].
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 17th June 2025 at 5pm.

Damwatch Engineering has an opportunity for an Intermediate Level Structural Engineer for a full-time role based in Wellington, New Zealand.

Damwatch is a specialised engineering consultancy - we focus on dams and associated structures, providing strategic engineering and dam safety services for maintaining and developing dam infrastructure in New Zealand and overseas. Due to increased workload, we are seeking an Intermediate Structural Engineer to support these projects.

The Role

We seek a Structural Engineer with 3 to 7 years' experience. You need to be familiar with the field of Dam Engineering which combines dam safety together with many engineering disciplines. You will need to be a self-starter, motivated, willing to learn, keen to make the most of working alongside experts in the dam engineering field.

The Structural Engineer role is an opportunity to work alongside and support a group of engineers working on challenging dam projects and to have the opportunity to develop your own area(s) of expertise. Depending on your skills, you can anticipate working on a variety of dam types and deliver a range of services from dam safety investigations through seismic analysis, hydraulic modelling and upgrade design, to feasibility studies, and design and construction of dams, canals and associated structures.

Ideally you will have the following attributes:

• Hold a structural / civil engineering degree or equivalent
• Demonstrated understanding of structural engineering associated with dams, hydropower, bridges and / or heavy civil engineering
• Demonstrated capability in analysis, problem solving and innovation
• Familiarity with FEA & frame type models - Damwatch uses Mathcad, SAP2000, CADAM, MIDAS & ANSYS LS-Dyna
• The ability to interact with other design streams including geotechnical, hydraulic design and general civil engineering
• Demonstrated understanding of seismic design experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• The ability to support Damwatch develop and diversify our service offering in structural engineering
• Willingness to travel overseas and within New Zealand as required to meet our commitments to clients

Damwatch offers:

• A great collegial environment with fellow engineers who love what they do
• Training and mentoring in Structural Engineering analysis associated with Dam Engineering in a seismic environment
• The Wellington office base is our preferred location, however there is scope for other office locations such as Auckland or Christchurch
• The opportunity to work on exciting international projects, based in New Zealand
• Personal, technical and professional development
• A competitive remuneration package

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a full CV and covering letter to [email protected].
Closing date for applications is Thursday 12th June 2025 at 5pm.

Damwatch Engineering has an opportunity for an Intermediate Civil Engineer for a full-time role based in Wellington, New Zealand.

Damwatch is a specialised engineering consultancy - we focus on dams and associated structures, providing strategic engineering and dam safety services for maintaining and developing dam infrastructure in New Zealand and overseas. Due to increased workload, we are seeking an Intermediate Civil Engineer to support these projects.

The Role

We seek a civil engineer with 3 to 7 years' experience. You need to be familiar with the field of Dam Engineering which combines dam safety together with many engineering disciplines. You will need to be a self-starter, motivated, willing to learn, keen to make the most of working alongside experts in the dam engineering field.

The Civil Engineer role is an opportunity to work alongside and support a group of engineers working on challenging dam projects and to have the opportunity to develop your own area(s) of expertise. Depending on your skills, you can anticipate working on a variety of earth dam and concrete dam types and deliver a range of services from geotechnical, seepage and dam safety investigations through seismic analysis, hydraulic modelling and upgrade design, to feasibility studies, and design and construction of dams, canals and associated structures.

Ideally you will have the following attributes:

• Hold a civil engineering degree or equivalent.
• Demonstrated civil engineering experience associated with design and construction of dams, bridges and / or heavy civil engineering.
• Demonstrated capability for analysis, problem solving and innovation.
• Experience in dam surveillance and preparation of Dam Safety Management Plans (preferable).
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• The ability to interact with other disciplines including geotechnical, hydraulic design, mechanical and structural engineering.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a pressurised environment.
• Willingness to travel overseas and within New Zealand as required to meet our commitments to clients.

Damwatch would offer you:

• A great collegial environment with fellow engineers who love what they do.
• The prospect of working alongside world-class technical specialists.
• The Wellington office base is our preferred location, however there is scope for other office locations such as Auckland or Christchurch.
• The opportunity to work on exciting projects within New Zealand and overseas.
• Potential site-based construction support and QA role.
• Personal, technical, and professional development through training and mentoring.
• A competitive remuneration package including health insurance and income protection packages.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a full CV and covering letter to [email protected].
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 17th June 2025 at 5pm.

Damwatch Engineering Ltd has an opportunity for a Principal / Senior Dam Engineer for a full-time role based in Wellington or Christchurch, New Zealand.

Damwatch is a specialised engineering consultancy - we focus on dams and their associated structures, providing design and construction supervision, strategic engineering and dam safety services for maintaining and developing dam infrastructure in New Zealand and overseas. Due to increased workload we are seeking an experienced Principal / Senior Dam Engineer to support these projects.

Damwatch Engineering Ltd is highly regarded internationally for:

• Smart engineering solutions for dam design and remediation
• Seismic engineering for dams
• Peer review, expert advice and comprehensive dam safety reviews
• Applying dam safety principles to all aspects of dam design and operation
• Adapting dam safety and risk management for unique situations
• Customised dam safety training

Ideally you will have the following attributes:

• Hold an engineering degree or equivalent with a minimum of 10 years' of dam engineering experience
• Experience in water supply, hydropower, or irrigation scheme development including investigation, design phases and construction supervision
• Demonstrated civil engineering experience associated with design and construction of dams, bridges and / or heavy civil engineering
• Demonstrated understanding of dam engineering for principles for dam design and remediation
• Demonstrated capability for analysis, problem solving and innovation
• Ability to achieve tight deadlines in a pressurised environment
• A track record of delivering practical, buildable solutions
• Demonstrated understanding of dam safety and risk management principles
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• An ability to see the big picture.
• Enthusiasm to work to work alongside and support a group of professional engineers working on challenging dam projects in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, proven project management and leadership skills
• Willingness and ability to travel overseas and within New Zealand as required to meet our commitments to clients

Damwatch offers:

• A great collegial environment with fellow engineers who love what they do
• The prospect of working alongside world-class technical specialists.
• The opportunity to work on exciting international projects, based in New Zealand
• Personal, technical, and professional development
• A competitive remuneration package

If this role appeals to you, please send a full CV and covering letter to [email protected]