Water Resources Engineer

Montrose Environmental Group • Edmonton, AB

22h • CA$102,000 - CA$155,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Water Resource Engineer, in our Calgary or Edmonton office, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals. The compensation range for this role is $102,000 to $155,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Water Resources, Environmental, or Civil Engineering.
• Five or more years of progressive experience in water resources engineering, with a primary focus on urban stormwater management projects and municipal engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Licensee (engineering) (P.L.Eng.) designation (or candidacy) with APEGA is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in urban stormwater modeling software (e.g., PCSWMM, EPA SWMM, MIKE+, InfoWorks ICM, GeoSTORM) is required.
• Experience with preparing detailed designs, construction cost estimates, technical specifications, and tender/procurement packages.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current regulations and legislation.
• Experience in writing technical reports and proposals and giving presentations to multi-stakeholder groups.
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license with no restrictions and a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• A graduate degree would be considered an asset.
• Experience with various other water resources modeling software (i.e., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWAT, HSP-F, EFDC) would be considered an asset.
• Experience with Python, R, or VBA for data analysis and model automation would be considered an asset.
• Experience with design and drafting software such as ArcGIS, Global Mapper, Q-GIS, AutoCAD, and Civil3D would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering analysis and design for urban drainage and surface water management projects, for both private and public clients.
• Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs of stormwater management ponds and wetlands, grey/green infrastructure, and erosion and sediment control practices.
• Conduct specialized hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of dual drainage systems (e.g., PCSWMM, etc.).
• Complex stormwater pond analysis (e.g., dam breach modeling, water quality).
• Detailed wetland water balance studies.
• Support river engineering and environmental assessment task
• Prepare and/or review construction cost estimates and tender specifications.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including hydrogeological, geotechnical, survey, landscape design, transportation, structural, mechanical, electrical, and natural sciences disciplines.
• Direct and support field data collection exercises as well as data synthesis/analysis; including site reconnaissance, and topographic surveying.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to junior team members.
• Prepare technical reports, technical memoranda, and work plans.
• Support business development initiatives including preparing proposals and building strong client relationships.
• Work with regulatory agencies to obtain approvals.
• Willing to travel within Alberta, BC, and SK to support projects.

Benefits

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for individuals with disabilities.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
• We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success.
• We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level