Senior Civil Structural Engineer - Hydropower & Dams

CIMA+; Laval; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Flexible Health and Dental Care

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Up to five weeks of vacation

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Laval seeks an experienced Civil or Structural Engineer to lead the design of hydraulic structures and participate in major projects across Québec. Candidates should have over 12 years of experience in structural design, preferably in the hydroelectric sector. The role offers a flexible hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits including an RRSP plan and generous vacation policies.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in structural design, primarily concrete and steel.
• Experience in hydroelectric and dam sector is an asset.
• Member of Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) or eligible for registration.
• OIQ membership or eligibility for registration.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of new hydraulic structures and hydroelectric developments.
• Oversee rehabilitation of hydraulic structures.
• Supervise design calculations for structures.
• Lead feasibility studies, preliminary designs, and technical assessments.
• Lead or participate in multidisciplinary technical coordination and project management.
• Provide technical support during construction from office and site.

Skills

Autonomy

Teamwork

Initiative

Communication in French

Communication in English

Education

University degree in Civil Engineering

OIQ membership eligibility

Job description

Overview

Welcome to CIMA+, where people are at the heart of everything we do. Our 100% employee‑owned firm values collaboration, entrepreneurship, and a flexible work‑life balance.

Job Description

Our civil/structural engineering team, specializing in hydroelectric development and dam engineering, seeks an experienced Civil or Structural Engineer to work on major projects across Québec. You will participate in multidisciplinary projects with key industry stakeholders and enjoy a flexible hybrid work model.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the design of new hydraulic structures (dams, spillways, water intakes, etc.) and hydroelectric developments.
• Oversee engineering for the rehabilitation of hydraulic structures and hydroelectric facilities.
• Supervise and perform design calculations for reinforced concrete and structural steel.
• Lead feasibility studies, preliminary designs, and various technical assessments.
• Lead stability assessments of dams and other hydraulic structures.
• Participate in dam safety evaluation studies.
• Lead and/or conduct inspections of hydraulic and hydroelectric structures.
• Lead the engineering for the preparation of technical plans and specifications.
• Participate in analyzing construction methods.
• Contribute to project cost estimation.
• Provide technical support throughout construction from the office and/or on site.
• Support and lead teams of engineers and technicians.
• Lead or participate in multidisciplinary technical coordination and project management.

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil Engineering.
• Experience in civil/structural engineering.
• Experience in the hydroelectric and dam sector (an asset).
• More than twelve (12) years of experience in structural design (primarily concrete and steel structures).
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) or eligible for registration.
• Proficiency in French, spoken and written.
• Proficiency in English, spoken and written, for national‑scale project communication (an asset).
• Strong autonomy, initiative, and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for full‑time employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Access to physical, financial, mental, social, and environmental well‑being services.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer contribution.
• As an employee‑owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares.
• 37.5‑hour work week with overtime options.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada.
• Up to five weeks of vacation, based on experience.
• Eleven statutory holidays plus a personal paid day off.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more.
• Mentoring programs at the local and national level.
• Tailored training to improve existing skills.

Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. We are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for all candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or background. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and visible minorities, and we provide accommodations upon request.