Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Dam Engineering & Hydraulic Structures

Job Description

Are you passionate about geotechnical engineering and interested in applying your geotechnical expertise to complex dam and hydraulic structure projects?

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.

We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with strong experience in dam engineering and hydraulic structures to support major dam, hydropower and water infrastructure projects across Canada.

In this role, you will act as a senior geotechnical contributor and project-level technical lead, playing a key role in the analysis, design, rehabilitation, and safety assessment of dams, dikes, and associated hydraulic structures. You will lead geotechnical work at the project level, contribute to technical decision-making, and collaborate closely with a national Subject Matter Expert (SME) in dams and hydraulic engineering, as well as other designated technical authorities, while supporting and mentoring team members.

You will work closely with the multidisciplinary Hydropower & Dams team, which is involved in all phases of project delivery, including feasibility studies, detailed design, construction support, commissioning, monitoring, and dam safety activities. You will collaborate with structural, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and environmental specialists on a wide range of projects related to the construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of dams and hydraulic infrastructure, primarily in Ontario, with opportunities to collaborate on projects across Canada.

This position offers flexibility to work from any of our offices across Ontario .

Primary Responsibilities :

• Lead and coordinate geotechnical analyses for dams, dikes, and hydraulic structures, including embankment stability, seepage, settlement, and foundation behavior, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and senior technical authorities.
• Prepare, coordinate, and review geotechnical design deliverables, including drawings, specifications, technical reports, cost estimates, recommendations, and permit applications, in accordance with established QA / QC procedures.
• Plan, supervise, and interpret geotechnical investigation programs, including drilling, in situ and laboratory testing, instrumentation, and monitoring.
• Perform or validate advanced geotechnical analyses such as slope stability, seepage, deformation, foundation assessments, and, where applicable, seismic or dynamic analyses.
• Contribute to dam safety activities, including Dam Safety Reviews (DSRs), periodic inspections, and surveillance programs, in collaboration with the national SME and under the direction of designated dam safety or technical leads.
• Support project management activities, including multidisciplinary coordination, client interaction, supervision of junior and intermediate staff, and technical mentoring.

Qualifications

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

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Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

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