*A job as a Hydroelectric Plant Structural Engineer falls under the broader career category of Civil Engineers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Civil Engineers :
Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants, and water and sewage systems.
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Median Annual Wage |
$101,160 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$48.63* |
Total Employed Nationally |
327,950 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.