Geotech Engineering Student

Hatch; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Geotechnical or Structural co-op student for our Hydropower & Dams Group in Saskatoon, starting January 2027. You will support local and national projects, gaining experience on site and in office while collaborating with diverse teams.

You will develop analyses (slope stability, seepage) and assist in structural calculations, report writing, and client proposals. Applicants must provide transcripts.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Geotechnical or Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Providing engineering support for Hydropower & Dams projects in pre-feasibility through to detailed engineering, dam safety and operational support.
• Assist in developing and completing analyses (slope stability, seepage) and quantity estimates.
• Supporting various field assignments including geotechnical investigations, data processing, and report writing.
• Assist in completing structural analysis and design calculations for concrete and structural steel.
• Supporting the production of reports, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Supporting senior staff in business development and marketing to existing and new Hatch clients in the hydropower sector, preparation of expressions of interest and proposals.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Learning agility

Team player

English communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Geotechnical or Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Career Opportunities: Geotech Engineering Student (101538)

Requisition ID101538-Posted09/04/2026

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!

Position Summary:

Hatch is seeking a Geotechnical or Structural co-op student in our Hydropower & Dams Group for a position starting in January 2027. Reporting to the Saskatchewan Hydropower & Dams Regional Manager, you will support local and national projects working from our Saskatoon Office.

What a Co-op at Hatch Will Offer You:

You will:

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects in meaningful ways
• Work on problems and gain experience in the office and on project sites
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis
• Benefit from informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry
• Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees

We're entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

Responsibilities:

• Providing engineering support for Hydropower & Dams projects in pre-feasibility through to detailed engineering, dam safety and operational support
• Assist in developing and completing analyses (slope stability, seepage) and quantity estimates
• Supporting various field assignments including geotechnical investigations, data processing, and report writing
• For structural:
• Assist in completing structural analysis and design calculations for concrete and structural steel
• Supporting the production of reports, technical drawings, and specifications
• Supporting senior staff in business development and marketing to existing and new Hatch clients in the hydropower sector, preparation of expressions of interest and proposals

Education and Experience:

• Pursuing a degree in Geotechnical or Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited university
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):

• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they applytoengineering problems and projects
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbalEnglish communicationskills
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges
• Highly motivated, with a positive attitude and an ability to understand innovation
• Adapts and embraces change

Compensation:

Range: $26.00 - $33.00

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.