Concrete Dam Engineer (m/f/d)

Lahmeyer International GmbH

The Dornier Groupstands for innovative projects and exciting challenges and is a competent and reliable partner for complex consulting projects and demanding engineering services in a national and international environment. We bundle our expertise in the four Business units Power and Heat, Renewables as well as Mobility and Water.

For our stake in Lahmeyer International GmbH in Bad Vilbel, Germany or at project offices worldwide we are looking for a qualified and dedicated

Concrete Dam Engineer(m/f/d)

Lahmeyer International GmbH is a leading international engineering company specialising in planning and consulting for energy, hydropower and irrigation systems. They stand for experience, quality and global expertise, supporting complex projects from development and planning through to operation, backed by the latest technical methods. Their multidisciplinary team combines comprehensive expertise with local practice to deliver efficient, seamless solutions for complex water resource projects.

What you can achieve with us:

• Conduct stability and stress analyses to ensure structural integrity of concrete dams, including Gravity, RCC, and Arch dams
• Develop detailed 2D and 3D finite element models (FEM) for dam design
• Perform thermal analysis and other specialized engineering assessments
• Prepare comprehensive design drawings and technical specifications
• Ensure all designs comply with international standards and project requirements
• Support projects from feasibility studies through to detailed design phases

What convinces us:

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 5 to 10 years of related professional experience, ideally including several years abroad
• Strong proficiency in structural and geotechnical analysis, including FEM software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, Plaxis)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and solve complex structural challenges
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and ICOLD guidelines
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with a collaborative and proactive mindset
• Willingness to travel for site visits and project meetings as required

What we have to offer:

We offer you the opportunity to participate in sustainable energy projects in a future-oriented, international environment with a high degree of creative freedom. You can expect exciting tasks, flat hierarchies, and a collegial team.