Intermediate to Senior Coastal/Hydrotechnical Engineer

Tetra Tech; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Intermediate to Senior Coastal/Hydrotechnical Engineer in beautiful Vancouver! This role involves engaging in a variety of hydrotechnical projects, from coastal engineering to oceanography, while working alongside a dynamic team of experts. You'll have the opportunity to lead modelling tasks, mentor junior staff, and contribute to innovative solutions for complex challenges. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive environment, this position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in the field. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to collaborate with industry leaders, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Benefits starting day one

Competitive base salary

Eligible for overtime

Hybrid work options

Annual educational allowance

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience required.
• Strong background in coastal engineering and numerical modelling.
• Excellent communication skills and a problem-solving attitude.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering studies for coastal and hydrotechnical projects.
• Lead modelling tasks using advanced tools and technologies.
• Plan and execute projects ensuring compliance and quality.

Skills

Coastal Engineering

Oceanography

Hydrotechnical Engineering

Numerical Modelling

Data Analysis

Project Management

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Matlab

Python

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in Coastal Engineering

Registration as a P.Eng. in British Columbia

Tools

SWAN

Delft 3D

ANSYS Fluent

Flow-3D

XBeach

Job description

Discover your full potential! At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science.

We are currently looking for an Intermediate to Senior Coastal/Hydrotechnical Engineer to join our Coastal and Lake Engineering Group, based out of beautiful Vancouver, BC. This position will be part of a dynamic team of engineers and scientists engaged in a wide range of local, national, and international hydrotechnical projects providing engineering and scientific services, including Coastal Engineering, Oceanography, Limnology, and 3-D Hydrodynamic Modelling. We have an internationally recognized level of expertise and are seeking to expand our team!

The ideal candidate is passionate about and enjoys working on a wide variety of oceanography and coastal-related projects ranging from conceptual to detailed engineering designs, and scientific studies. The ability to see tasks through to completion is critical.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting engineering and scientific studies for several types of projects including:
• Coastal engineering: wing/wave analyses, shoreline erosion protection; hydrotechnical impacts of marinas and breakwaters on nearshore environments within lakes/oceans; wave modelling; beach nourishment; green shoring; climate change coastal adaptations; sediment transport characterization; flood mapping and flood construction level determination.
• Oceanography: ocean/lake/river circulation and water quality modelling; met ocean studies; oil spill modelling; extreme event analyses; ADCP/CTD surveys.
• Detailed Design and Construction: engineering design for submarine cables, pipelines, outfall and diffusers, riprap/groyne/revetment installations, dredging.
• Leading modelling tasks using tools such as SWAN, XBeach, H3D, Delft 3D, SPILLCALC, Flow-3D, ANSYS Fluent, Tecplot and Matlab.
• Planning projects, developing accurate scopes of work, cost estimates, project plans, schedules, and deliverables to execute high quality projects on time and on budget.
• Executing projects in compliance with Tetra Tech Canada Quality Management System procedures, communicating with the team and client, reconciling financials, and archiving files upon completion.
• Developing, mentoring, and coaching project teams.
• Maintaining current knowledge of leading-edge project management practices.
• Writing effective reports and proposals.
• Liaising between Tetra Tech’s offices across Canada and the clients we serve.
• Participating in business development activities for the Coastal and Lake Engineering Group.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Master’s or a Ph.D. in coastal engineering, oceanography or civil/hydrotechnical engineering.
• Registration as a P.Eng. (Professional Engineer) in British Columbia (or other Canadian province).
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant engineering experience is essential. Experience in a consulting role with 5 years as a minimum.
• Extensive experience in:
• Coastal engineering and wave/hydrodynamic numerical modelling.
• Detailed design of coastal structures as well as installation and/or construction management (riprap, green shoring, outfalls, etc.).
• Data analysis and coding (Matlab, Python, Fortran).
• Familiarity with SWAN, XBeach, WAMIT, CORMIX and/or Delft 3D (-4 or -FM).
• Past experience in CFD tools (ANSYS or FLOW-3D) will be a plus.
• Experience in dock design, dredging projects, Arctic projects, or climate change related projects will be an asset.
• Experience in Interior BC and/or the Okanagan area will be a plus.
• A positive and solving-problem attitude.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).

What Makes Tetra Tech A Great Place to Work:

• Benefits starting day one of employment.
• Competitive base salary.
• Eligible for overtime (calculated at 1.5 times) that can be banked or paid out, whatever you prefer.
• Hybrid work options when you are not in the field.
• Tetra Tech employs industry leading technical specialists across all environmental disciplines which promotes a strong mentorship environment and opportunity for technical growth.
• Tetra Tech supports life-long learning and provides an annual allowance for educational opportunities.
• You will be working with an amazing, very supportive team that takes a great amount of pride in our reputation and the phenomenal customer service we are known for.
• Tetra Tech is a global company with over 28,000 employees worldwide.
• Opportunity for advancement within our Western Canada Coastal group and within Tetra Tech globally.

Additional Information:

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

Apply Now!

We offer a great place to work, and an engaging culture that is based on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive hourly rate and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.