Senior Water Resources Engineer — Lead Hydraulic Modeling

Egis in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Accommodations available

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

Egis Canada is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead hydraulic modelling and deliver municipal water infrastructure projects in Vancouver, BC. You will drive design, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure regulatory compliance across projects from concept through construction.

The role requires 8+ years in water resources engineering, P.Eng. licensed with APEGA, and proficiency in HEC-RAS and core software tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in municipal servicing, land development, or water infrastructure.
• P.Eng. licensed with APEGA (Alberta).
• Experience in hydraulic modeling and design of water, stormwater, and wastewater systems.
• Experience with HEC-RAS 1D and 2D hydraulic modelling for river, floodplain, stormwater, and/or water resources projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcView GIS, PCSWMM, MIKE Suite, WaterCAD, SewerCAD.
• Strong knowledge of municipal engineering standards and approvals processes in Alberta.
• Demonstrated capability in technical reporting, design review, and regulatory submissions.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
• Valid driver’s license with access to a registered and insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydraulic modeling design and review for municipal water, stormwater, and wastewater systems using industry-standard software.
• Deliver engineering design and planning for land development, municipal servicing, and civil infrastructure projects.
• Oversee multidisciplinary project teams, including engineers, technologists, and subconsultants.
• Act as technical authority on stormwater management, water conveyance, and municipal servicing systems.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and regulatory submissions for municipal approvals.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement with developers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
• Integrate sustainable design practices, including Low Impact Development (LID) and green infrastructure solutions.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation and client presentations.
• Conduct quality control and design review to ensure compliance, constructability, and cost-efficiency.
• Monitor regulatory frameworks and industry standards, advising project teams on compliance requirements.
• Promote market presence and client relationships through industry engagement and networking activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering

Master’s degree in Water Resources Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcView GIS

PCSWMM

MIKE Suite

WaterCAD

SewerCAD

Job description

Egis Canada is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead hydraulic modelling and deliver municipal water infrastructure projects in Vancouver, BC. You will drive design, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure regulatory compliance across projects from concept through construction.

The role requires 8+ years in water resources engineering, P.Eng. licensed with APEGA, and proficiency in HEC-RAS and core software tools.