Intermediate Structural Engineer - Hydropower & Dams
Stantec
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Stantec in Dartmouth, NS, is seeking an intermediate Structural Engineer to support hydropower and dam projects, performing analyses, design calculations, drawings, and technical reports for concrete dams, hydroelectric facilities, and marine structures.
You will assist senior engineers, contribute to project delivery, prepare proposals and present to clients, while applying CSA and ACI codes and using STAAD.Pro or SAP2000.
Qualifications
- Degree in structural engineering from an accredited university.
- Professional Engineer designation in at least one Canadian province.
- 4–6 years of engineering design experience, preferably in a consulting environment.
- Experience with hydropower, dams, hydraulic and marine structures would be an asset.
- Proficiency with structural analysis software (STAAD.Pro, SAP2000) and design codes.
Responsibilities
- Assist senior hydropower and dam structural engineers in projects involving hydroelectric stations, spillways, concrete dams, and related infrastructure.
- Complete structural design calculations, specifications, and technical documentation under the guidance of the senior engineers.
- Apply standard engineering techniques to civil/structural design tasks and ensure code compliance.
- Prepare technical reports, memoranda, and project documentation.
- Coordinate with designers and drafters to prepare construction drawings and details.
- Provide field support during construction, including site inspections and quality monitoring.
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At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. And we don't just design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world—we do it sustainably. We're helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation.
Our hydropower and dams’ team is seeking an intermediate level Structural Engineer with a strong academic background in structural engineering and an interest in challenging work related to hydraulic and marine structures, dams, and renewable energy infrastructure.
The successful candidate will support senior structural engineers in completing structural analysis, design calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports for concrete dams, hydroelectric facilities, marine and concrete structures, and related infrastructure. The role will also include support for project delivery, proposal development, field services, and client presentations.
- Assist senior hydropower and dam structural engineers in projects involving hydroelectric stations, spillways, concrete dams, and related infrastructure.
- Complete structural design calculations, specifications, and technical documentation under the guidance of the senior engineers.
- Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to civil/structural design tasks.
- Support design compliance with applicable codes, standards, and guidelines, including CSA A23.1 to A23.4, CSA S16, ACI 318, the National Building Code of Canada, and Canadian Dam Association guidelines. Working knowledge of the main steel and concrete codes and standards (CSA A23.3 and S16) is required.
- Use engineering software such as Mathcad, STAAD.Pro or SAP2000 to support structural analysis and design.
- Coordinate with designers and drafters in the preparation of structural drawings for construction.
- Prepare technical reports, memoranda, meeting minutes, and other project documentation.
- Support interdisciplinary project teams and collaborate effectively with engineers, project managers, designers, and field staff.
- Provide field support during construction, including site inspections, quality monitoring, and contract administration support.
- Manage assigned tasks to meet project cost, quality, and schedule requirements.
- Assist with proposal preparation and other business development activities, as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Work collaboratively with senior engineers and project managers to support planning, design, drafting coordination, bid documents, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
- Become familiar with Stantec standards, quality procedures, and project delivery expectations.
- Contribute to HSSE goals, project performance expectations, and personal utilization targets.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with internal team members and external project stakeholders.
Develop awareness of relevant industry associations, academic institutions, and professional training programs.
- Support the preparation of technical papers, presentations, and other knowledge-sharing activities, where appropriate.
- Understand Stantec's technical differentiators and contribute to communicating their value to clients.
Degree in structural engineering from an accredited university; a postgraduate degree in structural engineering would be considered an asset.
- Professional Engineer designation in at least one Canadian province.
- Four to six years of engineering design experience, preferably in a consulting engineering environment.
- Experience with hydropower, dams, hydraulic and marine structures would be considered an asset.
- Field experience related to construction monitoring or site inspection would be considered an asset.
- Strong technical and academic background in the analysis and design of concrete and steel structures.
- Experience with stability analysis, structural analysis, and finite element analysis would be considered an asset.
- Proficiency with STAAD. Pro or SAP2000, and Microsoft Office tools are required. Proficiency in Mathcad, Ansys or Abaqus will be considered an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
The position will be based in our Hamilton office, with flexibility to work from home and an expectation of attending the Hamilton office at least once per week. Some project-related site visits may be required.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed at any time, with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
- Locations in PEI & NB-$81,900.00 - $118,800.00 Annually
In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
- Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health
- dental plans
- vision plans
- a wellness program
- health care spending account
- wellness spending account
- group registered retirement savings plan
- employee stock purchase program
- group tax-free savings account
- life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
- short-term/long-term disability plans
- emergency travel benefits
- tuition reimbursement
- professional membership fee coverage
- paid time off
- Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan
- employee stock purchase program
- group tax-free savings account
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Canada | NS | Dartmouth
Canada | NB | Fredericton
BC-1370 E&R-CA East
Regular
New Position
Yes
Full time
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