Senior Hydrotechnical Engineer

Klohn Crippen Berger; Ontario (CA); Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work opportunities (3 days in-1

Annual performance reviews

Above-average bonus payouts

Vacation policy aligned to experience

Paid OT & sick days

Flexible benefits

WEF ESG framework participation

Job summary

KCB, a leading mining environmental consultancy, seeks a Hydrotechnical Engineer for our Vancouver/Sudbury/Toronto/Fredericton offices. You will apply critical thinking to manage mine water systems and tailings-related designs within our Mining Environmental Group.

You will collaborate cross-functionally, use advanced modelling tools, lead teams, mentor staff, and engage clients to deliver robust, sustainable solutions across local and international projects.

Qualifications

• A civil engineering degree; a master’s degree is an asset.
• At least ten years’ civil design experience related to surface water controls for mining projects.
• Eligible to register as a professional engineer in Canada.
• Experience in hydrotechnical design analyses (water balance, open channel flow, erosion protection).
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and build client relationships.
• Strong communication skills and experience writing technical reports.
• Experience in safety-focused environments with incident reporting.

Responsibilities

• Use latest software like GoldSim, PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Flow-2D/3D for design.
• Develop mine site water balance and water quality models.
• Design hydrotechnical components for tailings facilities on global projects.
• Integrate climate resilience into hydrotechnical designs.
• Contribute to risk assessments and Dam Safety Reviews.
• Engage with clients and colleagues to deliver solutions.
• Lead and mentor less experienced staff through methodologies.
• Build client rapport from feasibility to mine closure.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Communication

Travel willingness

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

GoldSim

PCSWMM

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Flow-2D/3D

Job description

• Make a meaningful difference and leave a positive impact on the environment?
• Work in a close-knit group of like-minded, motivated professionals where relationships matter
• Continue the development of your critical thinking skills?
• Solve some of the most complex problems faced by the mining industry?
• Work on a mix of local and global projects?

Vancouver/Toronto/Sudbury/Fredericton

Are you looking for an opportunity to…

• Make a meaningful difference and leave a positive impact on the environment?
• Work in a close-knit group of like-minded, motivated professionals where relationships matter
• Continue the development of your critical thinking skills?
• Solve some of the most complex problems faced by the mining industry?
• Work on a mix of local and global projects?

What makes us stand out?

About

KCB is an employee-owned mid-size consultancy with a reputation that exceeds our size. Our tag line “Down to Earth / Up to the Challenge” says a lot about who we are. Our staff are inquisitive, curious, and dedicated to solving complex problems. Our size allows us to draw on colleagues across the globe just as easily as if they were across the hall. We also advocate for continued professional development and encourage this by hosting a range of internal and external training sessions and encouraging staff to participate in conferences. In broad terms we think KCB’s differentiators are our:

• size - large enough to win intriguing projects, small enough for the President and CEO to know you by name
• creative perspectives that come through diverse and inclusive teams
• access to some of the sectors leading talent
• international reputation for technical excellence, everyone maintains a technical focus
• appetite to tackle problems with unique complexities

What You Would Engage In

Our focus is on the application of critical thinking to the management of mine waste and water. By continuing your career journey with us, you would be part of our Mining Environmental Group, based out our Vancouver, Sudbury, Toronto, or Fredericton office. The role of Hydrotechnical Engineer will provide you with the opportunity to:

• Work with the latest versions of software, including GoldSim, PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, HEC- HMS, Flow-2D/3D
• Work on mine site wide water balance and water quality models (with the opportunity to use GoldSim)
• Design hydrotechnical components tailings storage facilities for global mining projects
• Incorporate climate change resiliency in hydrotechnical design
• Contribute to risk assessments, Dam Safety Reviews and risk-informed decision making
• Engage with clients, colleagues and suppliers on environmentally focused field programs and design solutions
• Lead less experienced staff through the methodologies of design solutions
• Build client rapport as projects progress from feasibility through to mine closure

What We Require

We respect the knowledge and experience you have gained to date and are willing to support you as you build on it. We do however require:

• A degree in civil engineering: a master’s degree is considered an asset
• At least ten years’ civil design experience related to surface water controls for mining projects
• You must be eligible to register as professional engineer in the Canada
• Experience in hydrotechnical designs analyses (e.g., water balance, open channel flow, erosion protection)
• An ability to build relationships and lead multidisciplinary project-based teams
• Passion for collaborating with clients and colleagues, fostering long-term relationships
• Enhanced communication skills, which should include experience in writing technical reports and general project correspondence
• Experience in a safety focused environment with near miss and incident reporting requirements

You Will Excel In Our Team If You Have

• An ability to find creative solutions and know how to present them.
• A willingness to mentor others and be mentored.
• An ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues, and industry partners.
• Demonstrate that you are flexible and seek solutions rather than focus on problems.
• A willingness to travel and undertake fieldwork.
• A proven ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

The salary for this position is $120,000 to $150,000 per year. Salary is based on applicable experience, education, and skill level.

Along With Continued Career Development, KCB Offers

• Hybrid work opportunities (3 days per week in the office)
• Annual performance and salary review
• PSMJ’s supported track record of profitability, leading to above average bonus payouts
• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
• Paid OT, and sick days
• Flexible benefits, including RSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
• Dedication to WEF’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework, Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity

We are a global organization committed developing a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We strive to be a workplace where our employees, clients, and the communities in the regions we operate, feel valued and are treated equitable. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.

To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) and our Careers page for more details.