Dam Safety Engineer / Dam Safety Specialist - Canada

EWI Recruitment; Atlantic Canada; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI Recruitment is seeking Dam Safety Engineers to support a pipeline of dam rehabilitation, risk assessment, hydropower, and water resources projects across Canada. Roles range from engineer to principal levels, with flexible work setups including hybrid, remote, and site-based positions.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil/Geotechnical/Water Resources background and a P.Eng. license (or eligibility). Experience with CDA guidelines and dam safety regulations is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Water Resources, or Geological Engineering required.
• P.Eng. license registered (or eligible) with a Canadian regulator (e.g., PEO, EGBC, APEGA) preferred.
• Experience on embankment dams, concrete structures, tailings dams, hydropower facilities, or water-retaining assets.

Responsibilities

• Dam safety inspections, PFMA analyses, and condition assessments.
• Dike breach, inundation, and hydrotechnical modeling studies.
• RIDM and consequence analysis.
• Rehabilitation, remediation, and upgraded safety design.
• Compliance with CDA guidelines and provincial dam safety regulations.
• Geotechnical field investigations, seepage evaluations, and slope stability assessments.
• Spillway and hydraulic structure evaluations.
• Owner’s engineering and independent technical reviews.

Skills

Dam Safety Engineer

Senior Dam Safety Engineer

Dam Safety Consultant

Dam Inspection Specialist

Geotechnical Dam Engineer

Hydraulic & Hydrology Engineer

Dam Rehabilitation Project Manager

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Civil/Geotechnical/Water Resources/Geological Engineering

P.Eng. license or eligible (Canadian regulator)

Job description

Dam Safety Engineer / Dam Safety Specialist

Are you passionate about ensuring the safety, resilience, and long-term performance of critical water infrastructure?

We are partnering with leading engineering consultancies, provincial power utilities, dam owners, and infrastructure developers across Canada seeking experienced Dam Safety Professionals to support a growing pipeline of dam rehabilitation, risk assessment, hydropower, and water resources projects.

We Are Looking For:

• Dam Safety Engineers
• Senior Dam Safety Engineers
• Dam Safety Consultants
• Dam Inspection Specialists
• Geotechnical Dam Engineers
• Hydraulic & Hydrology Engineers
• Dam Rehabilitation Project Managers

Key Responsibilities:

• Dam safety inspections, potential failure mode analyses (PFMA), and condition assessments
• Dam breach, inundation, and hydrotechnical modeling studies
• Risk-informed decision-making (RIDM) and consequence analysis
• Rehabilitation, remediation, and upgraded safety design
• Canadian Dam Association (CDA) guidelines alignment and provincial regulatory compliance
• Geotechnical field investigations, seepage evaluations, and slope stability assessments
• Spillway, water-conveyance, and hydraulic structure evaluations
• Owner’s engineering and independent technical review services

Ideal Background:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Water Resources, or Geological Engineering
• P.Eng. (Professional Engineer) license registered (or eligible for registration) with a Canadian provincial regulator (e.g., PEO, EGBC, APEGA)
• Experience working on embankment dams, concrete structures, tailings dams, hydropower facilities, or water-retaining assets
• Deep familiarity with Canadian Dam Association (CDA) Dam Safety Guidelines and relevant provincial dam safety regulations
• Strong technical report writing and multi-stakeholder management skills

Why Apply?

• Work on some of Canada’s most vital clean energy and water infrastructure assets
• Roles available from Mid/Senior Engineer through Technical Lead and Principal levels
• Competitive CAD salary packages, comprehensive health benefits, and performance bonuses
• Flexible work setups: Hybrid, remote, and site-based positions available
• Relocation assistance provided for key regional landmark projects

Locations

Opportunities are available across major hubs and project sites in Canada, including:

• Atlantic Canada

If you are interested in advancing your career within Canadian dam safety, hydropower, or water infrastructure, we’d love to connect.