Hydrologist/Water Resources Engineer

Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in environmental consulting seeks a dedicated professional to join their Water Resource team. This full-time role involves a blend of office and fieldwork, focusing on hydrology and surface water engineering solutions. You will engage in various projects, from environmental assessments to hydraulic modeling, while ensuring compliance with provincial and federal guidelines. The company values employee development and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible hours and an employee share-ownership plan. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the environmental sector, this position is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee share-ownership plan

Group RRSP matching plans

Employee wellness programs

Flexible hours

Compensation for subscription fees

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in hydrotechnical engineering and consulting.
• Professional registration in Alberta or eligibility to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to water resource assessments and engineering design.
• Modeling and forecasting water supply and flood events.

Skills

Hydrologic Analysis

Hydraulic Analysis

Data Collection

Technical Writing

Project Management

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Civil Engineering

Undergraduate Degree in Environmental Engineering

Undergraduate Degree in Hydrology

Tools

HEC-RAS

Job description

Calgary Office
64 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2H, CAN

Description

This full-time position working as part of the Water Resource team focusing on the delivery of hydrology and surface water engineering solutions as part of MEMS integrated environmental consulting services. This position requires a combination of office and fieldwork (70 Office/30 field) in a demanding consultative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to water resources aspects, including environmental assessments, permitting, engineering design, and water stewardship in multiple industry such as mining, oil & gas, and others.
• Capable of designing of natural and engineered channels;
• Data collection of water samples from various sources (e.g., rivers, lakes, groundwater) and analyze them for properties such as contamination.
• Modeling and Forecasting: Use computer modelling tools (i.e HEC-RAS) to predict water supply and forecast events like floods, droughts, and snowstorms.
• Supporting and/or lead hydrological and hydraulic analyses for river engineering, water management, and water supply plans as part of a team;
• Supporting and/or capable hydraulic modelling of natural and engineered channels;
• Hydrology data collection, including flow velocity, appropriate channel measurements, physical water parameters and characterizing aquatic sediments.
• Research and utilize provincial and federal environmental guidelines, regulations, policies, and industry best practices.
• Preparation of technical documents, written summaries, tables, graphs, and statistical analysis for use in project reports.
• Compilation and interpretation of the data collected and technical report writing.
• Working independently or in a team setting and the ability to make responsible decisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• A relevant undergraduate degree in civil or environmental engineering, hydrology, geoscience, water resources or closely related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of directly related experience, preferably in a consulting environment. Focus on hydrotechnical engineering including hydrologic and hydraulic analysis or a related field is preferrable.
• Holds a professional registration in the province/territory of work; if currently practicing outside of AB, eligibility to obtain professional registration within six months.
• Have a proven track record as a project manager in a client facing role.
• Must be able to meet the requirements of site access as dictated by our clients, this may include pre-access drug, alcohol and fitness testing, and
• Possess a valid, non-GDL Class 5 Drivers license.

Other Knowledge and Skills:

• Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary setting; and
• strong writing and interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, technical competency and attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment that requires sitting for extended periods of time as well as field work.
• Prolonged exposure to computer keyboards and computer screens.
• Sometimes requires long hours of work. Occasional interruptions outside work hours and travel to other locations and the field are required.
• Manual dexterity required to use computer and peripherals

About MEMS

Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd.(MEMS) is an employee-owned environmental consultancy providing environmental, health and engineering services across western Canada since 1998. We are known for our credibility, integrity, technical competence, and our talented staff. We meet and exceed the needs of our client’s projects because we are prepared technically, professionally, and logistically. We are delivery-oriented and deliver superior, cost-effective services.

Why Choose MEMS?

MEMS believes in supporting employees in achieving their career goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer an attractive employee package, including:

• Comprehensive benefits package including flex benefits for extended health care, dental care, vision, life insurance, short term disability insurance, long term disability insurance, critical illness insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Employee share-ownership plan
• Group RRSP matching plans
• Employee wellness programs
• Flexible hours
• Compensation for subscription and accreditation fees

Equal Opportunity Statement

MEMS practices equal opportunity and fair hiring practices when filling positions and will hire the most qualified individuals based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and other competencies. MEMS has adopted this philosophy to ensure all employees, and potential candidates are considered for employment opportunities through a consistent, fair and barrier-free approach.