Intermediate Structural Engineer - Hydropower and Dams (Candidate Pool)
About The Position
CIMA+'s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition, with over 700 professionals specializing in this discipline. They support clients from feasibility studies to commissioning, focusing on renewable energy production and resource transformation. The team operates with an entrepreneurial culture emphasizing innovation, sustainability, agility, and collaboration. They are seeking an Intermediate Structural Engineer to join their specialized team focused on hydroelectric facilities and dam engineering. This role involves contributing to the planning, design, rehabilitation, and assessment of dams, hydraulic structures, and hydroelectric facilities. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on projects across Canada. This is an onsite position requiring five days per week attendance at project sites. As this is a candidate pool, the process is open-ended and may vary.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural engineering focus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the design, assessment, or rehabilitation of civil/structural infrastructure, preferably within hydropower, dams, or heavy civil projects.
- Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or eligible to obtain registration.
- Experience with structural analysis and design of concrete and steel structures.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with hydraulic structures or dam engineering is considered a strong asset.
- Knowledge of seismic engineering and dynamic analysis of structures is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Support the design and rehabilitation of hydroelectric generating stations and associated civil/structural infrastructure.
- Perform structural and stability analyses for hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, intake structures, powerhouse buildings, and gate systems.
- Assist with feasibility studies, preliminary and detailed designs, technical assessments, and engineering reports.
- Participate in dam safety reviews, inspections, and condition assessments of hydraulic structures and hydroelectric facilities.
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, reports, and contract documents.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
- Review construction methods and assist with cost estimates.
- Provide engineering support during construction, including occasional site visits and field inspections.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while continuing to develop technical expertise.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- Annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
