Senior Hydrotechnical Engineer

Your mission 

You will play an important role in a dynamic and passionate team, collaborating on a variety of projects of all sizes and scopes in the environment, renewable energies, hydroelectricity, transportation, materials, buildings and climate change markets. Boldness, innovation and collaboration are an integral part of our daily operations.

Englobe - Who we are 

At Englobe, our rigor is matched by sincere care for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the environment. We are committed to making a real difference, one project at a time, and to having a positive, lasting impact. We approach our work with fresh perspectives, relying on collaboration and a diversity of voices. With an entrepreneurial spirit, we empower our customers and communities with boldness and optimism. We are determined to leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.

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Your main responsibilities 

• Lead hydrotechnical engineering assignments for dam safety, hydropower, water resources, flood management and related infrastructure projects;
• Lead complex hydrologic studies, including watershed modelling, flood-frequency analysis, design-flood development and PMP/PMF assessments;
• Lead hydraulic analyses and numerical modelling of rivers, reservoirs and hydraulic structures using HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS and other appropriate modelling platforms;
• Lead the assessment and design of dams, spillways, channels, intakes, outlets, erosion-protection works and other hydraulic and water-control infrastructure;
• Plan and deliver dam safety studies, including dam-break and inundation modelling, consequence assessments and technical input to dam safety reviews;
• Provide technical leadership and review of engineering analyses, models, designs, reports, drawings, specifications and cost estimates;
• Manage hydrotechnical projects and work packages, including scope, schedule, budget, technical quality and coordination with multidisciplinary project teams;
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers and support the continued development of Englobe's hydrotechnical capabilities;
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients and collaborate with regulators, contractors and technical specialists throughout project delivery;
• Support business development through opportunity identification, proposal preparation, technical presentations, scope development and participation in client pursuits;
• This position can be based anywhere in Atlantic Canada, with the option to work remotely or from one of Englobe’s local offices. 

What makes you unique

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydrotechnical Engineering or a related engineering discipline;
• 8+ years of relevant professional experience in hydrotechnical, water-resources or related civil engineering;
• Registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Professional Engineer;
• Strong technical experience in hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, open-channel hydraulics and numerical modelling;
• Demonstrated experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or comparable hydrologic and hydraulic modelling platforms;
• Demonstrated experience in dams, hydraulic structures, dam safety, hydropower, river engineering and/or flood-risk management;
• Experience leading engineering studies and designs and providing technical review or direction to other engineering professionals;
• Demonstrated project-management capabilities, including management of scope, schedule, budget and multidisciplinary technical deliverables;
• Strong technical writing, client communication and interpersonal skills, with experience contributing to proposals and client development;
• Experience in specialised areas such as PMP/PMF analysis, dam-break and consequence modelling, fish passage, river ice, environmental permitting, dam rehabilitation or decommissioning, or hydropower feasibility would be considered an asset.

What makes Englobe unique

At Englobe, you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects of every size and scope. You'll work in an organization that values you and your experience, and allows you to grow. From day one, you'll enjoy the following benefits:

• Real flexibility;
• Multiple opportunities for professional growth, mentoring and skills development;
• Access to a free telehealth service; 
• Flexible schedules and the ability to compress your work hours;
• A hybrid work arrangement;
• A full range of benefits (including cost-sharing group insurance and a group RRSP);
• A confidential employee assistance program for you and your family.

Artificial intelligence tools may be used in the screening or selection of applications for this role.

What our employees say about us

Since joining Englobe, I've felt perfectly integrated. The company offers a welcoming, collaborative working environment conducive to professional fulfillment. What has particularly impressed me is the culture of knowledge sharing and mutual support between colleagues, which enables rapid growth within the team. - Geotechnical Project Manager 

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