Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Hydraulic & Hydrology Engineer to join a Canadian-wide team dedicated to hydrological and hydraulic studies, for hydroelectric and environmental projects. As such, you will be involved in a multidisciplinary team in the realization of projects ranging from feasibility studies to construction.

Your role

The selected person will have to carry out, work in a team and/or supervise various types of studies in the fields of hydraulics and hydrology, such as:

Dam safety studies and dam failure analysis. Flood studies and climate change adaptation measures. Hydrodynamic analyses with 1D, 2D and 3D simulation tools. Hydrological studies (hydrological modeling, statistical floods, probable maximum precipitation and probable maximum floods, flood routing). Design and assessment of hydraulic structures (spillways, weirs, stilling basins, water intakes, penstocks, channels, temporary diversions, tunnels, fish passes, bridges, culverts, ...). Wave studies and erosion protection. The selected person could also be called to:*
+ Write and review bid documents.
+ Act as a project manager on single-discipline projects.

About you

B.A.Sc. in civil engineering, M.Eng. or M.A.Sc. in hydraulics or hydrology, an asset. 15 to 30 years of experience as a Hydrological/ Hydraulic Engineer. Experience in dam safety studies in BC, in Probable Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMA), an asset. Knowledge of one or more HEC models (e.g. HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-RESSIM). Knowledge of one or more 2D and 3D models (e.g. FLOW-3D, Telemac, SOBEK, HEC-RAS 2D, Delft 3D). Member in good standing of Engineers and Geoscientists BC (or be eligible to become one). Ability to work in a team environment.

Expected compensation for this role is between $114,800 - $157,900 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRealis in Canada.


Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.


Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.


And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.


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About AtkinsRealis

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