Water Resources Engineer (Intermediate/ Senior)

Associated Engineering (ONT) Ltd; Coquitlam; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An employee-owned engineering firm in Canada seeks a Water Resources Engineer (Intermediate/Senior) for their Vancouver, Kelowna, or Victoria office. The role involves leading projects and offering mentorship in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, proficiency in relevant software, and a commitment to sustainability. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid work environment

Fitness allowance

Company-matching pension program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC.
• Experience in coastal/shoreline engineering is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and provide mentorship to junior engineers.
• Conduct hydrological analysis and watershed modelling.
• Prepare proposals and manage client deliverables.

Skills

Hydrological analysis

Project leadership

GIS software proficiency

Hydraulic analysis

Technical writing

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering or applied sciences

Graduate degree in water resources

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

QGIS

ArcGIS

Job description

Overview

Water Resources Engineer (Intermediate/Senior) – Vancouver, Kelowna or Victoria

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. Focused locally, we offer uncompromising service to public and private sector clients across Canada. We have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 17 consecutive years (Platinum Club) and are a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 with EcoAction initiatives across the company.

Job Description

We currently have a job opening for a Water Resources Engineer (Intermediate/Senior) in our Vancouver, Kelowna or Victoria office to join our growing team. You will collaborate on water resources, infrastructure, transportation, and environmental projects across BC, including sub-specialties such as watershed management, hydrology, hydrotechnical engineering, river engineering, floodplain modelling and mapping, drainage engineering, and coastal/shoreline engineering. You will deliver innovative solutions to complex projects for clients in municipal, regional, provincial, federal governments, transportation, and natural resources sectors.

Responsibilities

• Being a ‘project leader’, providing leadership on proposals and projects.
• Mentoring of junior Water Resources Engineers in Training and Technologists.
• Involvement in a variety of project phases including planning, design, tendering, and construction.
• Site visits to assess project sites, carry out construction field reviews, and/or complete emergency flood response services.
• Hydrological analysis and watershed modelling.
• Assessment of climate change impacts to support planning and design of infrastructure.
• Hydraulic analysis and modelling of creeks/rivers/channels, culverts, bridges, and water management structures.
• Floodplain modelling and mapping.
• Hydraulic analysis and modelling of drainage and stormwater systems.
• Statistical analysis of hydrometeorological datasets.
• Mapping and spatial analysis of GIS data.
• Hydrotechnical design of water management infrastructure and flood protection systems (e.g., dikes, bank erosion protection, shoreline erosion protection, inlet/outlet structures, spillway channels, culverts, bridges, weirs, sediment basins, wetlands).
• Technical writing and preparation of client deliverables.
• Project coordination and management.
• Proposal preparation.
• Meeting project requirements in a timely and effective manner.

You will also have the opportunity to develop a career path focused on technical leadership, project management, client management, or a combination based on your career aspirations and qualifications.

Job Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in engineering or applied sciences from an accredited post-secondary institution. A graduate degree and/or a water resources focus will be considered an asset.
• Registered, or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC.
• 8+ years of experience.
• Experience in coastal/shoreline engineering is considered an asset.
• Experience analyzing and designing a variety of solutions for water resources projects.
• Experience using water resources software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-SSP, R, MIKE+, SWAN, Raven, and PCSWMM.
• Experience in GIS and spatial analysis software such as QGIS, Manifold, or ArcGIS.
• Ability to work in both collaborative team environments and independently.
• Highly self-motivated with excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites.

Our Commitment To You

At Associated Engineering, we have a diverse workforce and a teamwork philosophy. We are committed to the growth and careers of our people, and we take great care in hiring the right people to join our team for the long term. Our unique workplace culture is what sets us apart.

We provide:

• A hybrid work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, and company-matching pension program.
• Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal professional development program, mentoring programs, training opportunities, and professional designation support.

The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000 and is commensurate with experience relative to this position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.