Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer

Knight Piésold Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP contribution

Profit sharing bonus

Additional paid days off

Office closures for holidays

Social events

Maternity/Parental leave top-ups

Job summary

Knight Piésold Ltd. is seeking an Intermediate Civil – Hydrotechnical Engineer to join our Toronto, Ontario team. The successful candidate will work with our engineering teams in North Bay and Vancouver.

The role involves working in mining, hydropower and water infrastructure sectors, with potential domestic and international travel to support projects and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer with PEO or another Canadian province.
• Strong technical design background in hydrotechnical analyses and project management.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in hydrologic and hydrodynamic modelling, data collection/analysis, water management, and hydraulic design.

Responsibilities

• Water management planning
• Hydrometeorological analysis
• Streamflow and climate data collection
• Water balance modelling
• Mentor junior staff and support client relations and proposal development

Skills

Hydrotechnical analyses

Project management

Hydrologic and hydrodynamic modelling

Water management

Data collection and analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed/eligible Professional Engineer (PEO or other Canadian province)

Job description

We are hiring for an existing vacancy for an Intermediate Civil – Hydrotechnical Engineer to join our Toronto, Ontario team. The successful candidate will work closely with our engineering teams in North Bay, ON and Vancouver, BC.

About Us:

Knight Piésold (KP) is a specialized global engineering consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience. We have been recognized for having an exceptional workplace for our employees and have been named one of BC’s Top Employers. Our workload includes exciting projects in sustainable mining and hydropower development that will support the global energy transition.

KP Culture:

• One Team: Collaboration fuels our success. We unite to tackle assignments, deliver exceptional client service, overcome challenges, and celebrate achievements collectively. Join us for a fulfilling career rich in growth, connections, and supportive camaraderie.
• Learning and Mentorship: We have a rich knowledge-sharing culture and a focused mentoring program. We encourage proactive learning and enhancing our skills through working on diverse projects alongside industry leaders,all while supported by a dedicated Mentor who provides guidance and career advice.
• Delivering Exceptional Products with Passion:Building long-lasting partnerships is the key to our success and long-term stability. This stability is reflected across every aspect of our operations, from providing a path to lifelong careers for our dedicated team members to working with clients whom we've proudly supported for the past 50 years. Whether it’s hands‑on fieldwork in breathtaking landscapes to contributing to innovative and transformative projects, we are dedicated to supporting and growing alongside our clients around the globe.

About this Position:

This position will be working in the mining, hydropower, and/or water infrastructure sectors. Participating in multidiscipline project teams and may include domestic and international travel to support projects and client needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Water management planning
• Hydrometeorological analysis
• Streamflow and climate data collection
• Water balance modelling
• Mentor junior staff and support client relations and proposal development

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer with PEO or other Canadian province or territory.
• A strong technical design background in hydrotechnical analyses and project management experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience related to hydrologic and hydrodynamic modelling, hydrometeorologic data collection and analysis, water management, and hydraulic design is required.

We place an emphasis on developing practical solutions to meet the needs of our clients, and preference will be given to individuals with excellent communication and interpersonal skills in addition to strong technical competence.

Pay and Benefits:

The estimated base pay range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000 CAD. The salary offered will be dependent on relevant knowledge, experience, and skill level. KP’s total compensation and benefits also includes the following:

• Comprehensive health and wellness package (Health, Dental, Vision, HSA, EFAP, etc.)
• Employer RRSP contribution
• Profit sharing bonus
• Additional paid days off and office closures for Easter Monday, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Remembrance Day, and days between December 27th and January 1st.
• Numerous social events throughout the year
• Maternity/Parental leave top-ups

Our Commitment:

At Knight Piésold, we emphasize developing practical solutions to meet our clients' needs. We prioritize excellent communication and interpersonal skills alongside strong technical expertise.

Knight Piésold is committed to employment equity and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. We do not use AI to screen, assess or select applicants for the position. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.