Senior Structural Civil Engineer

SNC-Lavalin; Saguenay; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is looking for a Senior Structural Civil Engineer in Saguenay, Canada. You will lead hydroelectric projects, handling structural design and rehabilitation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building structure design and be proficient in French and English. The position offers competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a hybrid work culture to balance your career and personal life.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employee recognition

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid working culture

Generous time-off policies

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of relevant experience in hydraulic structure design.
• Must be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
• Availability for site visits and occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Act as Lead Structural Engineer on hydroelectric projects.
• Produce engineering calculations and associated documentation.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Structural design of hydraulic structures

Project management

Client communication

French proficiency

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description Overview

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Senior Structural Civil Engineer to join a team dedicated to studies primarily focused on hydroelectric projects, where you can leverage your experience and expertise to assist clients in decision‑making or clarifying their needs. In this role, you will work within the Hydro‑Energy Operations engineering team on the analysis, design, and rehabilitation of structures for various dam, hydraulic works, building, and bridge projects in the hydroelectric sector.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team involved in projects ranging from feasibility studies to construction, and you will work on provincial, national, and international assignments. This position offers excellent opportunities for growth and career development.

Your Role

• Act as Lead Structural Engineer on hydroelectric‑type projects;
• Structural design of hydraulic structures, hydroelectric power plants, and related structures (concrete and steel);
• Rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, hydroelectric plants, and related structures;
• Multidisciplinary coordination, assist and lead design meetings;
• Produce preliminary and detailed engineering, and prepare and/or verify structural calculations and associated calculation notes;
• Participate in and oversee the production of key technical deliverables, including design reports, structural drawings, and technical specifications for tender and construction;
• Supervise and mentor junior and intermediate engineers;
• Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure services meet expectations and keep them informed of project progress.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, structural profile; Master’s degree in Civil Engineering is an asset;
• 10 to 15 years of relevant experience in building and hydraulic structure design (hydroelectric and dam projects);
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ);
• Proficiency in French (spoken and written); bilingualism is an asset;
• Availability for site visits and occasional travel.

*This position requires knowledge of another language besides French, namely English, as you will be part of a Canadian, global, or regional management team and will need to collaborate with colleagues outside Quebec.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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