Mid-Level Hydrotechnical Engineer
About The Position
Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for a Hydrotechnical Engineer to complete hydrology and hydraulic analyses as part of a multi-disciplinary team and assist with the design of hydraulic structures and dams, fish passage facilities, inundation mapping and dam safety projects. This is a unique opportunity to work with Kleinschmidt's internationally recognized team of hydraulic and modelling experts. An ideal candidate would enjoy the challenge of combining sound engineering fundamentals with creative thinking to solve unique problems. In this role you will work directly with junior, intermediate, and senior staff on all stages of project delivery from conceptual designs to issued-for-construction drawings. Project work will require close collaboration with all engineering disciplines, scientists, data analysts, and regulatory experts to develop innovative solutions that support renewable energy and water infrastructure projects. Through these projects you will have the opportunity to gain specialized expertise in hydrotechnical engineering, including floodplain mapping, dam breach and consequence assessments, dam decommissioning or removal, hydropower feasibility, and fish passage engineering. The scope and scale of projects at Kleinschmidt will engage your curiosity and facilitate professional growth. The successful candidate will be supported and mentored by our senior engineers and principal engineers in the fields of hydraulic analysis, fish passage, dam safety while learning more about the adjacent engineering disciplines.
Requirements
- Registered Professional Engineer (or commitment to becoming one).
- B.Sc. degree.
- Minimum of 4-6 years' experience in hydrotechnical engineering or a closely related field.
- Knowledge of hydrology and hydraulics discipline-specific engineering principles and ability to apply to projects.
- Direct project experience completing hydrotechnical project tasks, including open channel flow and numerical modelling.
- Specific tasks could be related to hydrologic and hydraulic numerical modeling, floodplain mapping, dam breach and consequence assessments, dam decommissioning or removal, stream restoration, and/or fish passage engineering.
- Direct project experience using numerical modelling software such as HEC-RAS and HEC-HMS.
- Demonstrated experience in the design of fish passage structures and river ice studies.
- Experience developing designs in consultation with other disciplines.
- Passion for learning from senior-level staff and other disciplines, while being part of a cohesive team, including delegating tasks to others.
- Must be authorized to work in Canada and able to acquire authorization to work in the United States when project needs dictate.
- Must be willing to travel and possess a valid driver's license.
- Must possess and maintain a P.Eng. (or be committed to getting licensed within a year) and be able to add other provincial licenses as required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in the design of hydraulic structures, hydrologic studies including Probable Maximum Precipitation and Probable Maximum Flood, hydraulic modeling, dam safety, and fish passage engineering work is preferred.
- Knowledge of the Canadian Dam Association Guidelines and associated bulletins, as well as applicable provincial regulations, would be considered an asset.
- Experience using CFD modeling software, such as FLOW-3D, would be considered an asset.
- Experience collaborating with regulators, biologists, and other scientists is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Complete hydrology and hydraulic analyses as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Assist with the design of hydraulic structures and dams, fish passage facilities, inundation mapping and dam safety projects.
- Work directly with junior, intermediate, and senior staff on all stages of project delivery from conceptual designs to issued-for-construction drawings.
- Collaborate with all engineering disciplines, scientists, data analysts, and regulatory experts to develop innovative solutions that support renewable energy and water infrastructure projects.
- Gain specialized expertise in hydrotechnical engineering, including floodplain mapping, dam breach and consequence assessments, dam decommissioning or removal, hydropower feasibility, and fish passage engineering.
- Develop designs in consultation with other disciplines.
- Work effectively with a multidisciplinary team while applying engineering skills from analysis and design through to construction.
- Collaborate with regulators, biologists, and other scientists.
- Establish long-lasting relationships with clients to assist them in solving complex engineering challenges.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus Program
- Comprehensive medical/dental/vision package
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP) with matching
- 10 Annual Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Weekly Indemnity
- Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Ownership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
