Senior Water Resource Engineer

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career?  Now is the perfect time to join Egis.  Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.  

Our values showcase everything we believe in:

A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.  

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are. 

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.  

The more important question you likely have is: Are we the right company for you?  

Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact.  We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You’ll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand. 

Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you’ll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability!

• Preparing and reviewing preliminary and detail designs of storm water management facilities (quality and quantity), floodplain analysis, and culvert and bridge hydraulic analysis.
• Using a variety of tools and analytical techniques to complete hydrotechnical modelling for urban/rural runoff management design, stream morphology assessment, flood control evaluation, floodplain delineation, and sedimentation and erosion analysis.
• Preparing Dam Breach Analyses and Dam Safety Reviews
• Conduct fieldwork and investigations.
• Preparing and reviewing technical reports documenting the results of the modeling/hydraulic analysis.
• Liaising with clients, government and/or regulatory bodies.
• Meeting with MTO, municipal or private clients.
• Assisting in the preparation of proposal submissions and cost estimates.
• Providing mentorship, guidance and quality control of junior engineers and technical staff.
• Securing relevant projects for our growing water resources team.
• Watershed and sub watershed level analysis for municipal, provincial, and private land development projects.
• Watercourse hydraulic analysis and Erosion and Scour Analysis.
• Stream Restoration and Streambank Stabilization.
• Work towards RAQs certification.

• University degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering with a focus on Water Resources.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• 10+ years of design experience on storm water management, water resources planning/engineering projects in Ontario.
• Significant experience in hydrotechnical applications, the design and analysis of stormwater management facilities, Low Impact Developments, storm sewers and watercourses to support municipal infrastructure and Ministry of Transportation designs. Knowledge and experience in watercourse management including erosion control, water quality, slope stability and natural channel design.
• Knowledge and experience with watershed studies and floodplain mapping.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal regulatory requirements (MECP, MTO, MNRF, CHBDC, etc.).
• Strong working knowledge of modeling software (GeoHEC-RAS, Visual Otthymo, StormCAD, HY-8, PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8 etc.).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Microstation, and/or In Roads.
• Fluvial Geomorphology experience would be considered an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (French would be considered an asset).
• Proficient knowledge in the use of Excel spreadsheet and database tools.
• Strong project management and mentorship skills.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.