Junior to Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer - Pipelines (2025031431)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior to Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer to contribute to exciting projects in Calgary. This role involves providing technical leadership, managing project timelines, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to conduct hydrotechnical assessments. The company fosters a culture of mentorship and professional growth, ensuring you have the support needed to thrive. With a commitment to quality and integrity, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in the field of engineering while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work environment. Don't miss this chance to join a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Secure bicycle lock up facility

Health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Employee and Family assistance program

Financial support for professional development

Inclusive and collaborative culture

Qualifications

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

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 analysis

Client relationship management

Fluvial geomorphology

Flood frequency analysis

River hydraulics

Education

Post-secondary program in Civil Engineering

Graduate Degree (Masters or higher)

Tools

Commercial analytical software

Job description

Junior to Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer - Pipelines (2025031431)

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.

Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment and construction materials.

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.

Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.

Our Vision: Building Canada with great people and great ideas.

Our Mission: Delivering specialist advice and services where projects meet the ground.

Our Values: Passion and quality in what we do: working collaboratively, respectfully, sustainably, and safely.

• Put family first
• Pick up the phone
• Encourage creativity

Our Commitment:

We promise our clients, our people and our partners to:

• Serve our clients well.
• Meet changing client needs.
• Value our people and our communities.
• Build advantage by how we manage.

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