Junior to Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer - Pipelines (2024102531)

Thurber Engineering; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Junior to Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer to join a dynamic team in Calgary. This role emphasizes surface water assessments and mitigations for linear infrastructure projects, offering a chance to develop skills under the mentorship of experienced professionals. You will engage in diverse projects, provide technical support, and foster client relationships while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment. With a focus on professional growth and a commitment to quality, this organization values open communication and teamwork, making it an ideal place for passionate engineers to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Employee and Family assistance program

Free onsite parking

Secure bicycle lock up facility

Professional development support

Inclusive office environment

Access to senior professionals for mentorship

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience with hydrotechnical assessment and modelling design.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and leadership on projects.
• Manage projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients.

Skills

Hydrotechnical Assessment

Project Management

Technical Documentation

Client Relationship Management

Fluvial Geomorphology

Flood Frequency Analysis

Climate Monitoring

Education

Post-secondary program in Civil Engineering

Graduate Degree (Masters or higher)

Tools

Commercial Analytical Software

Job description

Junior to Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer - Pipelines (2024102531)

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Junior to Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer specializing in surface water assessments and mitigations for linear infrastructure projects to join our team in Calgary, Alberta.

As our Hydrotechnical Engineer, you will work on varied projects and develop your skills with guidance and mentorship from our senior team.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and leadership on projects and for staff, including performing technical analyses where appropriate.
• Provide support in coordination, preparation of cost estimates, tender submissions, technical documentation, client reports, progress reports, project scheduling/resourcing, and meeting deadlines and budgets on projects.
• Scoping projects and assisting in the preparation of proposals.
• Working with independent subject matter experts to complete hydrotechnical assessments and mitigations, often as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Support mentoring, coaching, and training of staff.
• Help promote Thurber mission, vision, and values amongst Thurber staff.
• Work with the Branch Manager in the development of new business opportunities.
• Establishing, developing, promoting, and maintaining relationships with clients.
• Active participation in the field on a project-specific basis as dictated by the needs of the project to meet client expectations and project objectives.
• Manage projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Travel to project locations, as well as to Client offices and other Thurber Branch offices.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Geoscience with a hydrotechnical focus and/or related subsequent work experience.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers license.
• Comfortable driving mid to full-sized pickup trucks in urban, rural, and construction environments.
• Comfortable working in a variety of environments, including local and remote construction sites.
• Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required.
• Qualify for Membership with APEGA and/or EGBC.
• Graduate Degree (Masters or higher).
• General knowledge of fluvial geomorphology.
• Able to conduct desktop and field level scour and bank erosion assessments.
• Experience with hydrotechnical assessment, modelling, and mitigation design.
• Experience on linear infrastructure projects.
• Experienced in the use of commercial analytical software packages in the assessment of peak and seasonal flows.
• Experience completing flood frequency analysis (FFA).
• Experience with climate monitoring and applications of climate data.
• Understanding of river hydraulics, channel behaviour, river process and sediment transport.
• General knowledge of in-stream permitting requirements and construction practices.
• P.Eng. status with APEGA and/or EGBC would be an asset.

Additional Information

• Criminal Record Check may be conducted.
• Drug and alcohol testing may be required prior to accessing client sites.
• 3 Year Driver's Abstract and a Claims Experience Letter will be requested.

What we offer

Upon joining Thurber Engineering you'll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. Here are the benefits of working for us in Calgary:

• Our office is centrally located with quick access to major roadways including Macleod Trail, Glenmore Trail, and Deerfoot Trail.
• We offer free onsite parking and a secure bicycle lock up facility + showers.
• Enjoy your lunch hour in our private, sunny atrium, or visit one of the numerous neighbouring shops and restaurants.
• Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
• Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
• We offer financial support towards professional development.
• We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.

About Thurber

Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees - apply today!