Drainage and Water Resources EIT

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Drainage and Water Resources EIT located in Ontario, Canada. This role involves preparing hydrology and hydraulic analysis, contributing to various drainage projects, and requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering along with 2 years of relevant experience. Candidates should also possess skills in software like AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and demonstrate excellent technical communication abilities. Join a collaborative team committed to sustainability and resilience in engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Water Resources Engineering or related field.
• Experience with hydraulic modeling software.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hydrology and hydraulic analyses for various drainage projects.
• Assist in producing Drainage Reports and Plans.
• Conduct on-site field surveying and data collection.

Skills

Water Resources Engineering

Transportation Drainage Projects

Technical Communication

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Civil 3D

InRoads

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Drainage and Water Resources EIT – (189335)

At HDR, we foster an inclusive environment, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves to work. We focus on transportation as more than movement—embedding resilience, sustainability, and economic vitality in every project.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a design team preparing hydrology, hydraulics, storm drain, ditch, channel, roadway drainage, hydraulic analysis of bridges and culverts, stormwater management, hydrologic assessment, floodplain and riverine analysis using local or HEC/USACE standards.
• Assist the team in preparing plans, analyses, and reports for projects of various sizes and complexity.
• Produce Drainage Reports, Drainage Plans and Profiles, Erosion and Sediment Control Plans, and Floodplain Mapping and Permitting.
• Perform on‑site field surveying, data collection, and analysis as required.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Water Resources Engineering and/or transportation drainage projects.
• Experience with Civil 3D, InRoads, Open Roads Designer.
• Experience with GIS, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (PCSWMM, VisualOTTHYMO, HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS, HY‑8).
• Excellent technical and general communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and with a project team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling software.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and with a project team.
• Commitment to HDR’s employee‑owned culture is a must.

Locations

Primary Location: Canada—Ontario—Richmond Hill

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Equal Employment Opportunity

HDR is committed to employment equity. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process.