At the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, our people come first. We are proud to make a real difference by contributing to a sustainable and efficient transportation of goods. Applying to join our dynamic team will make you an ambassador for a seaway that is essential to everyone’s daily life. Discover a workplace that promotes safety, diversity and innovation.
Location: St. Catharines, Ontario (CA-ON)
Hours of work: 37.5 per week
Assignment: Permanent
# of openings: 1
Salary: 128 134 $ to 143 325 $
Join our Engineering team
Bring your civil engineering expertise to a team responsible for maintaining and enhancing critical infrastructure that supports marine transportation and trade. As a Civil Engineer, you will contribute to challenging and rewarding projects involving feasibility studies, design, construction, and maintenance of the Corporation's assets. Whether in the field or in the office, you will play a key role in delivering major infrastructure projects that support Seaway operations while ensuring the reliability, safety, and long-term sustainability of our assets.
Our benefits
- Competitive compensation, defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive group benefits, and virtual healthcare services.
- Generous paid time off to support work-life balance.
- Hybrid work program offering the best of both worlds.
- Flexible work schedule based on a 37.5-hour work week.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and additional employee benefits.
Your responsabilities
- Conduct and oversee inspections, assessments, feasibility studies, and technical analyses to ensure the performance, reliability, and long-term sustainability of our infrastructure assets.
- Prepare and approve plans, specifications, drawings, and other technical documents related to the rehabilitation, replacement, and improvement of the Corporation's infrastructure in accordance with applicable standards, codes, and engineering best practices.
- Serve as a technical lead throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring the quality of deliverables and compliance with established schedules, budgets, and project objectives.
- Analyze failures, assess operational risks, and recommend sustainable solutions to enhance asset safety and reliability.
- Coordinate the commissioning and start-up of new infrastructure and rehabilitated assets to ensure their successful integration into operations.
- Provide expert civil engineering advice on multidisciplinary projects and contribute to the strategic planning of infrastructure maintenance and renewal programs.
- Prepare project budgets and ensure sound financial management of expenditures within your area of responsibility.
- Actively support health, safety, and environmental initiatives while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and corporate policies.
Your profile
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
- Member in good standing of the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
- Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in structural design, rehabilitation of engineering structures, evaluation of rehabilitation solutions, technical problem solving, and civil engineering project management.
- Experience with infrastructure such as buildings, bridges, or other engineering structures is considered a strong asset.
- Knowledge of structural analysis software such as SAFI, ADA, or equivalent software; training may be provided if required.
- Strong knowledge of applicable design codes and standards, including concrete, steel, bridge, and building design.
- Understanding of project management principles, budget management, and cost control practices.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to organize information in a clear and logical manner.
- Proficiency with standard computer applications and office software, including Microsoft Office, SAP, or equivalent tools.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and French to effectively collaborate with teams across Quebec and Ontario.
- Valid Class 5 (Quebec) or Class G (Ontario) driver's licence and a driving record that meets insurability requirements.
- Eligibility to obtain security clearance.
- Ability to successfully complete a medical evaluation to meet the physical requirements of the position.
- Ability and willingness to work in a variety of environments, including at heights, below grade, near open water, and in confined spaces.
Work environment
- Frequent travel to various Corporation sites based on project requirements.
- Occasional work in unique environments, including at heights, below grade, near open water, and in confined spaces.
- Extended work hours may be required during critical project phases or operational periods.
The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation is committed to diversity by encouraging an inclusive and equitable recruitment and work environment. We welcome everyone to apply, including candidates who identify as a member of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous persons, visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.
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