Senior Structural Hydro Engineer

Hatch; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Saskatoon is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects primarily focused on hydropower. This role involves designing concrete and steel structures, conducting stability analyses, and managing project teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in hydropower project design, strong leadership skills, and be registered as professional engineers. The position offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for long-term career development.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant hydropower project experience, including dam stability analysis.
• Strong understanding of design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a structural team to deliver small to medium projects.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations and technical specifications.
• Conduct dam safety reviews and site inspections.

Skills

Design codes and standards

MathCad

Staad Pro

SAP2000

3D data-centric design systems

Education

Degree in civil/structural engineering

Professional engineer registration

Master’s degree in structural engineering

Job description

Requisition ID : 96059

Job Category : Engineering

Location : Saskatoon, SK, Canada

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise, our team tirelessly works toward bettering the industries in which we operate. We provide practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable, thinking globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to world-class project delivery globally. With expertise in studies, asset building, operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our team leverages methodologies, governance, and systems that are unparalleled. We invite professionals who are committed to excellence to join us.

The Senior Structural Engineer will be part of an engineering team providing services primarily to large and small hydropower projects, with potential support for heavy industrial projects. The role involves providing technical leadership in designing concrete and steel structures such as dam spillways, intake structures, powerhouses, hoist support structures, and conducting stability analyses of dams and related structures. Responsibilities include site investigations, rehabilitation designs, development of structural concepts, and detailed engineering for multi-discipline projects. The incumbent will prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, data sheets, and reports, manage budgets and schedules, lead project teams, and coordinate with other disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering Manager / Project Manager in delivering project scope, cost, and schedule requirements.
• Lead a structural team to deliver small to medium projects, managing scope, cost, schedule, and quality.
• Manage small structural sustaining capital projects.
• Ensure safety and integrity principles are incorporated into structural documentation.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations and technical specifications for structural tasks involving construction or rehabilitation of hydroelectric structures.
• Contribute to technical memos and reports.
• Assist in preparing project cost estimates and schedules.
• Review project specifications and design criteria.
• Perform dam safety reviews and site inspections.
• Review and seal documents and drawings as required.
• Support proposal preparations.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• A recognized degree in civil/structural engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional engineer registration.
• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of design codes and standards.
• Experience with MathCad, Staad Pro, SAP2000, or similar software.
• Knowledge of 3D data-centric design systems.
• Familiarity with North American codes and standards.
• Ability to delegate and supervise effectively.
• At least 5 years of relevant hydropower project experience, including dam stability analysis, hoist structure design, seismic analysis, powerhouse design, penstocks, gate structures, and balance of plant components.

Preferred

• Knowledge of engineering management systems.
• Experience with project procedures and workflows.
• Strong leadership skills.
• A Master’s degree in structural engineering is an asset.

Why join us?

• Make a difference through meaningful work.
• Collaborate on innovative solutions.

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment.
• Long-term career development.
• Global thinking, local action.

We encourage applicants to apply even if they do not meet every requirement. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer.