Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer

Stantec; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec in Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is looking for a Hydrology Engineer to conduct hydrological studies and design hydraulic infrastructure. You will prepare water balances and conduct risk analyses while working closely under the mentorship of a senior engineer.

The ideal candidate has a university degree in Civil Engineering with 5 to 15 years of experience, strong knowledge in hydrology, and the ability to work within multidisciplinary teams. Knowledge of laws governing water management in Quebec is an asset.

Qualifications

• 5 to 15 years of experience as an engineer or hydrology/hydraulics specialist.
• Strong knowledge of analytical methods related to hydrology and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological studies including watershed analyses and climate change impact assessments.
• Design hydraulic infrastructure like dikes, dams, and spillways.
• Prepare hydrological water balances and mass balance studies.

Skills

Analytical methods and modeling tools

Water resources management

Water treatment knowledge

Communication skills

Adaptability and autonomy

Education

University degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Your responsabilities

Under the mentorship of a Senior Engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Conducting hydrological studies, including watershed analyses, hydrological modeling, hydro climatological statistical analyses, climate change impact assessments, and flood risk, impact, and adaptation evaluations;
• Designing hydraulic infrastructure such as dikes and dams, spillways, overflow structures, water intakes, ditches or channels, culverts, retention and detention basins, and pumping stations;
• Preparing hydrological water balances and mass balance studies;
• Assessing hydrological conditions related to water quality, treatment, and environmental monitoring;
• Designing, installing, and instrumenting monitoring and measurement stations;
• Contributing to the design and sizing of water treatment systems;
• Conducting risk analyses and dam safety studies;
• Contributing to design reviews, the preparation of plans and specifications, proposals, and permit and authorization applications submitted to government authorities.

Do these responsibilities resonate with you? Don’t hesitate to apply for the role. If you have any questions, feel free to connect with Lisa Pomeranz, Recruiter, on LinkedIn.

Qualifications

Your background

• Hold a university degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) with a specialization in hydrology, hydraulics, or a related field;
• Have 5 to 15 years of experience as an engineer or hydrology/hydraulics specialist;

Technical experience

• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of analytical methods and modeling tools in the fields of hydrology, hydraulics, and water resources management;
• General knowledge of water treatment;
• Previous experience in the mining sector;
• Basic knowledge of instrumentation and hydrometry.

Your key to success

• Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and standards governing water management, specifically in Québec and Canada in general (an asset);
• Knowledge of computer programming and artificial intelligence integration (an asset);
• Up-to-date knowledge of new technologies applied to the water sector (an asset);
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams;
• Demonstrated adaptability and autonomy.

About the Team

Job Info

• Job Identification 1003453
• Posting Date 06/04/2026, 02:01 PM