Structural Engineer – Senior Level – Hydropower Focus (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled structural engineer to join their multidisciplinary team. This role focuses on designing and analyzing dam structures, hydropower facilities, and flood control systems. With opportunities to work on renewable projects, you'll engage in project management, site inspections, and risk analyses. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to balance time between the office and home. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and safety, where your expertise will contribute to impactful engineering solutions in challenging environments.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related work experience in structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of dam structures and hydropower facilities.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and conduct site inspections.

Skills

Structural Analysis

Steel Design

Concrete Design

AutoCAD

Revit

RISA 3D

STAAD Pro

MathCAD

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

RISA 3D

STAAD Pro

MathCAD

Job description

Job Description:

The person in this position will work on multidisciplinary project teams providing structural engineering and related technical expertise primarily for dam structures, hydropower facilities, and flood control structures, such as spillways, decant systems, overflow weirs, culverts, pump/lift stations, and other hydraulic structures. Responsibilities include design and analysis, preparing plans and specifications, report writing, cost estimating, site inspections, dam safety evaluations, risk analyses, minor construction observation, and project management. The role may require short-term, out-of-town assignments. Opportunities may also include working on renewable projects like wind turbine foundation design, mining, and industrial processing facilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in structural or civil engineering with a structural emphasis (including structural analysis and steel and concrete design)
2. 10 years of related work experience
3. Professional Engineer (P. Eng) certification and PE license or the ability to obtain within one year
4. Experience with AutoCAD or Revit and structural analysis software such as RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, or MathCAD
5. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients
6. Strong technical and problem-solving skills
7. Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
8. Interest in leading and mentoring early-career engineers
9. Willingness to travel and adjust personal schedule as needed
10. Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
11. Legal authorization to work in Canada without sponsorship
12. Knowledge of Canadian Dam Association (CDA) dam safety guidelines and bulletins
13. Ability to travel to and work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 15+ years of related work experience
2. Master's degree in civil or structural engineering
3. Experience in the consulting industry
4. Experience performing dam safety reviews, audits, inspections, and structural stability analyses for hydraulic structures
5. Familiarity with hydrotechnical, mechanical, and electrical aspects of hydropower operations
6. Familiarity with hydraulic design of dam appurtenant structures

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered, involving split time between a Barr office and a home office. The position is based in Barr's Calgary or Saskatoon offices.

Note: Some work locations may feature rough terrain and conditions typical of construction sites, including limited accessibility and moving machinery. Safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in drug screening at client request.

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