Senior Engineer, Hydrology and Hydraulic - Dams and Hydropower

McMillen, Inc.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 165,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

EAP

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Stock ownership

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. seeks a Senior Engineer, Hydrology and Hydraulic to lead water resources engineering for dams and hydropower projects in Canada.

The role requires a licensed P.Eng and 15+ years of dam-related experience, with strong client relationship and project leadership capabilities. The position supports flexible office/remote work, travel to project sites, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Water Resources (preferred).
• P.Eng licensure required or eligible.
• 15+ years of experience in water resources engineering with emphasis on hydrology and hydraulics.
• Experience with dam design, dam removal, or water resource management.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and large-scale projects.
• Willingness to travel to project sites; flexible office/remote work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain client relationships.
• Identify project opportunities, prepare proposals and pursue them.
• Manage projects: deliverables, scope changes, communication plans, and monitoring.
• Collect and analyze field data and existing conditions for design criteria.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for dam safety and hydroelectric projects.
• Utilize modeling tools (HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, FLOW3D) for analyses.
• Oversee project scheduling, budgeting, and coordination; supervise reports and proposals.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulic engineering

Dam design & safety

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Water Resources

P.Eng licensure

Tools

AutoCAD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

HEC-ResSim

FLOW3D

GIS

Job description

Senior Engineer, Hydrology and Hydraulic - Dams and Hydropower

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!

Senior Engineer, Hydrology and Hydraulic – Dams and Hydropower

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineer, Hydrology and Hydraulic, with a strong technical background to help deliver exceptional service to our clients. The ideal candidate is a proven Seller-Doer and a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with 15+ years of experience in water resources and extensive experience analyzing and evaluating dam structures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain client relationships.
• Identify project opportunities, actively pursue opportunities, and prepare proposals.
• Manage projects by establishing project deliverables, developing the project team, manage changes to project scope, establish communication plans, and monitor and control project work.
• Collection and analysis of field data, as-built plans and engineering reports to establish existing conditions and identify critical areas for design criteria.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses in support of dam safety and hydroelectric projects.
• Utilize hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-ResSim, FLOW3D or similar industry-standard software.
• Manage the scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of all project phases.
• Supervise the preparation of project reports, grant proposals, and other documentation for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Water Resources focus preferred.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng)
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or a related field, with specific experience in dam removal or water resource management.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and large-scale environmental restoration projects.
• 15+ years of experience in water resources engineering with emphasis on design, hydrology and hydraulic engineering.
• Demonstrated experience with hydrologic and hydraulic analyses related to dams, reservoirs, spillways, and hydroelectric facilities.
• Demonstrated experience with civil design of hydraulic structures, such as diversions, spillways, fish screens, penstocks, and energy dissipation basins.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling software and engineering design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, GIS).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, contractors, and the public.
• Strong communication, technical and analytical skills
• Travel to project sites may be required.
• Flexible work schedule with both office and remote work options.

Compensation Package

Pay Range

$165,000 – $250,000 (DOE)

Benefits

McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

Company Bio

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.