Water Resources Engineer (Junior to Intermediate)

Job Title

Water Resources Engineer (Junior to Intermediate)

Location

Edmonton Office - Edmonton, AB T5J 5C6 CA (Primary)

Category

Water Resources

Job Type

Full-time permanent

About Us

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. Focused locally, we offer uncompromising service to public and private sector clients across Canada.

We proudly have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 17 consecutive years and a Platinum Club member. This award recognizes our technical excellence, business performance, innovation, dedication to our staff, and involvement in the community. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company.
 
We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high-quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes and want to build on your success in the infrastructure advisory sector, we want you to join us!

Job Description

We are currently searching for a Junior to Intermediate Water Resources Engineer to join our team in our Edmonton office.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, designing, and managing water resources projects including, but not limited to, storm water management, wastewater collection, hydraulic structures, flood control, irrigation systems, and river engineering. 

What we offer:
•    A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible. 
•    A hybrid work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office. 
•    Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, and company-matching pension program. 
•    Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional 
     designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
•    An on-site fitness centre accessible to all staff, with full amenities. 
•    Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility. 
•    An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office and offers subsidized tickets to local events like Taste of Edmonton.  

Your responsibilities will include:
•    Leading and/or supporting model development and analysis of stormwater, sanitary, water distribution and river models. 
•    Leading and/or supporting the design of stormwater management systems, sanitary and water distribution networks, hydraulic structures, and river engineering projects. 
•    Completing statistical analysis related to hydrologic and hydrometric data sets.
•    Undertaking spatial analysis using GIS datasets.
•    Contributing to technical reports, proposals and design briefs which focus on Water Resources but may span multiple disciplines.
•    Demonstrating ability to deliver successful projects within a team environment.

Job Requirements

What you will bring:
•    Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resource Management; a post graduate degree in Water Resource Management is desirable.
•    Registered, or eligible for registration as a professional engineer with APEGA.
•    2  to 5 years of experience in water resource planning and design, preferably in a consulting environment.
•    Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
•    Understanding of business development and the ability to liaise with clients, contractors, and other consultants.
•    Proficiency in 1D, 2D, and 3D numerical modeling using software such as PCSWMM, MIKE , HEC-RAS (1D/2D), FLOW-3D, OpenFOAM, and ANSYS Fluent etc is considered an asset.
•    Experience with GIS software is considered an asset.
•    Valid driver’s license.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.