Wet Utilities Engineer (P.Eng)

SYSTRA Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSTRA Canada invites an experienced Wet Utility Engineer to lead sanitary, storm, and watermain relocation design for a major LRT project in the Hamilton area.

The role requires a Civil/Environmental Engineering degree, a P.Eng license, and 4–8+ years of relevant experience. Hybrid work (3 days per week at the Hamilton office) and strong client collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering.
• P.Eng license is required.
• 4–8+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Hybrid work arrangement in Hamilton, ON (3 days/week).
• CAD & water/wastewater design experience.
• Experience with GTA public/private utilities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop sanitary, storm, and watermain relocation designs.
• Design hydraulic inputs and prepare approval packages.
• Lead civil/utilities components of major projects.
• Mentor and resolve conflicts to maintain collaboration.
• Advance projects from concept to construction.
• Prepare technical designs, specs, reports, and proposals.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

P.Eng license

Tools

MicroStation

Inroads/Open Roads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Infoworks

EPANET

Job description

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

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Context

Seeking an experienced Wet Utility Engineer for a new LRT Project. The role focuses on water, storm, and sanitary infrastructure, including water main relocation and sizing, drainage systems, and integration with roadway rehabilitation and reconstruction activities. Work is delivered within public-sector and regulated municipal environments, requiring coordination with transportation, dry utilities, and other infrastructure disciplines.

Missions/Main Duties

• Engineer in charge of developing sanitary, storm, and watermain relocation designs, as well as combined sewer decommissioning.
• Design and manage hydraulic inputs, preparation of approval packages, and coordination of with other design disciplines.
• Lead and manage the civil / utilities components of major projects from inception to completion (this could include but, is not limited to, water main relocation and sizing, storm and sanitary design, as well as supporting other dry utilities and transportation activities such as road rehabilitation/reconstruction and drainage improvements).
• Provide mentorship and resolve conflicts to maintain efficiency and collaboration.
• Advancing projects from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with standards and client needs.
• Prepare technical designs, specifications, reports, and proposals.
  

Profile/Skills

• Bachlor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering
• P. Eng License required
• 4-8+ years experience in a similar role
• Ability to work at the Project Office in Hamilton, ON - Hybrid: 3 days /week
• Direct experience with GTA public and private utility companies is an asset.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (MicroStation, Inroads/Open Roads, or AutoCAD Civil 3D) related to sewers and watermain.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with sewer and watermain design calculation and modelling tools such as Infoworks, EPANET, Infoworks etc.
• Knowledge of permits, licenses and approval procedures for utilities
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead multi-disciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in transportation infrastructure design and delivery.
• Experience leading and managing teams of professionals.
• Strong analytical, synthesis, and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.Average Salary
• Range for this role is between CAD 110,000 - 140,000 pa
  

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

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