Structural Engineer - Hydropower & Dams

Requisition ID: 93548

Job Category: Energy

Location: Saskatoon, SK, Canada

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Summary

The Structural Engineer will be part of an engineering team providing engineering services to large and small hydropower and water retaining dams as well as mining and industrial projects. The Structural Engineer participates in a wide range of projects covering structural foundations, concrete and steel designs. Activities include site investigations, conceptual through detailed designs, rehabilitation designs, dam and public safety initiatives, construction support for multi-discipline projects. The Structural Engineer is responsible for preparing engineering calculations, engineering input into drawing production, technical specifications, data sheets and reports. The Structural Engineer reports to the Lead Structural Engineer on larger projects and to the Project Manager on smaller projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist the Hydropower and Dams Regional Manager/Lead Structural Engineer with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, cost, and schedule.
2. Assist with the development and preparation of proposals as they relate to technical scope, cost, and schedule.
3. Work to ensure the implementation of safety and integrity principles in structural documentation.
4. Promote compliance with all relevant engineering standards and internal procedures for all design activities.
5. Maintain structural engineering work procedures, specifications, and computer-aided design programs.
6. Prepare engineering calculations of both new structures and modifications to existing structures.
7. Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines.
8. Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports, within areas of expertise.
9. Provide input to engineering, operating and capital cost estimates.
10. Prepare and/or review project standard specifications and design criteria.
11. Participate in and contribute to design reviews.
12. Carry out assigned tasks within budget and schedule.
13. Stamp documents and drawings as required, if appropriately registered.
14. Manage small capital and maintenance projects.
15. Review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior engineers, intermediate engineers, designers, technicians, and technologists.
16. Perform site visits to various client sites for review, inspection and assessment of existing structures.
17. Provide construction support (office and field-based) for large and small projects.
18. Assist in the compilation and delivery of monthly engineering status reports.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

1. A recognized degree in civil/structural engineering from an accredited college or university.
2. Registration as a professional engineer or registration as a candidate professional engineer actively working towards professional registration or regional equivalent.
3. Minimum two years project engineering experience.
4. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Good planning and organizational skills.
6. Ability to function with minimal supervision.
7. Sound understanding of design engineering codes and technical standards.
8. Experience with Mathcad, Staad Pro or similar structural analysis software.
9. Awareness of Health, Safety, Environment and Community (HSEC) Policy and standards.
10. Experience within a large project, multidisciplinary Design-Build environment.
11. Experience of working in a BIM environment.

Preferred

1. Familiarity and experience with North American codes and standards.
2. Sound knowledge of 3D data-centric design systems.
3. Sound knowledge of engineering management systems.
4. Experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects.
5. Good leadership skills.

Why join us?

Work with great people to make a difference. Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions. Top employer.

What we offer you?

Flexible work environment. Long term career development. Think globally, work locally.

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.