Senior Structural Engineer – Hydropower & Water Infrastructure

Klohn Crippen Berger; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Burnaby is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer specializing in hydropower and water infrastructure. The role involves managing projects, mentoring staff, and working within a multi-disciplinary team. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience. The firm offers competitive compensation, hybrid work opportunities, and a commitment to global ESG standards.

Benefits

Hybrid work opportunities

Annual performance and salary reviews

Competitive bonus opportunities

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Professional designation within B.C. or eligibility to apply within the year.
• Strong working knowledge of industry codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and be responsible for on-schedule delivery and financial performance.
• Act as a mentor to junior and intermediate staff.
• Write, compile, and review technical reports and fee proposals.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

SAP 2000

MIDAS

LS-DYNA

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Senior Structural Engineer – Hydropower & Water Infrastructure role at Klohn Crippen Berger. Vancouver office, part of the Power & Transportation Group. Projects may involve rehabilitation of existing dams and hydropower facilities, design of new hydropower facilities, and civil works design on other water resource projects.

We are looking for a highly skilled, motivated structural engineering professional to work on technically inspiring projects from concept to completion and to excel within a multi-disciplinary project team. The firm offers opportunities for career growth in a dynamic, high-quality engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with diverse teams of multidiscipline engineers, designers and drafters from preliminary investigations and conceptual design through preliminary design, final design and construction
• Manage projects and be responsible for on-schedule delivery and financial performance
• Act as a mentor to junior and intermediate staff
• Write, compile, and review technical reports and fee proposals to clients
• Serve as a technical resource within a multidisciplinary project team to support career development
• Visit project sites as required to gather information for engineering activities
• Travel within Canada and internationally

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Professional designation within B.C. or eligibility to apply within the year
• Technical aptitude, knowledge and experience in the field and on design teams
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills with demonstrated report writing ability
• Strong working knowledge of industry codes and standards
• Analytical skills with various computational tools (e.g., SAP 2000, MIDAS, LS-DYNA)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Mathcad; proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Initiative, innovation and commitment to technical excellence
• Enthusiasm and drive toward long-term success
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Desirable but not essential: spillway and intake design; penstock and / or lined tunnel design; seismic assessments and design; Canadian Dam Association guidelines; dam safety reviews

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $165,000.00 per year, based on experience, education, and skill. In addition to salary, total rewards include :

• Hybrid work opportunities
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Competitive bonus opportunities tied to company profitability
• Vacation policy aligned to experience
• Paid OT and wellness days
• Flexible benefits, including retirement savings, social and mental well-being initiatives
• Commitment to global ESG standards

Additional Information

We are a global organization committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.

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