Civil Engineer (Hydro)

Tetra Tech; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Hydrotechnical Engineer to join our Power team in Canada. This role involves delivering high-quality engineering solutions, conducting assessments, and collaborating on hydropower projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, 6 years of Canadian consulting experience, and a P.Eng. designation. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits

Merit-based financial rewards

Flexibility for work/life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience in Canadian consulting engineering.
• P.Eng. designation in at least one Canadian province required.
• Advanced Excel skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological assessments including low-flow analysis.
• Perform hydraulic design for river engineering projects.
• Prepare technical reports for regulatory submissions.

Skills

Hydrotechnical engineering

Hydraulic structures

Hydrological modeling

Sediment transport

Hydraulic analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Microsoft 365 (Excel, Teams, SharePoint)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Tetra Tech is adding an Hydrotechnical Engineer to our Power team based in Canada.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today, we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role

As an Hydrotechnical Engineer, your expertise will contribute to delivering high-quality, sustainable engineering solutions for our clients.

· Conduct hydrological assessments, including low-flow analysis and flood flow statistical analysis.

· Utilize industry-standard hydrotechnical modeling software to develop accurate analysis and summaries.

· Perform hydraulic design for river engineering projects, including weirs, intakes, and dams.

· Prepare technical reports and regulatory submissions to support permitting processes.

· Conduct energy and economic evaluations for hydropower plants.

· Ensure compliance with industry standards, project requirements, and environmental regulations.

· Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on hydropower projects ranging from $10M to $400M.

· Support continuous professional development and maintain a high level of discipline knowledge.

· Work safely and report all health and safety concerns.

· Perform additional duties as required.

Qualifications

· Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc. or B.Eng.) in Civil Engineering.

· Professional Certification: P.Eng. designation in at least one Canadian province (preferably Alberta or Ontario).

· Experience: Minimum 6 years in Canadian consulting engineering.

· Technical Skills:

o Expertise in hydrotechnical engineering and hydraulic structures.

o Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint), with advanced Excel skills being an asset.

o Experience in hydrological modeling, sediment transport, and hydraulic analysis.

o Strong verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

o Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines efficiently.

· Travel: Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $140,000. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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