Structural Engineer - Dams and Hydropower

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Burlington, ON
In-Office
Senior level
Consulting
The Role
The Structural Engineer will design hydroelectric stations, manage multidisciplinary projects, conduct stability evaluations, and provide technical support during construction.
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Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.  

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging 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 define what work-life balance means to you.  

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

Job Description

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose, we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world! 

We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join our specialized team focused on hydroelectric facilities and dam engineering. The successful candidate will participate in multidisciplinary projects with leading industry stakeholders and benefit from a flexible hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work and office presence

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and rehabilitation of hydroelectric stations 
  • Engineering of hydraulic structures (buildings, dams, spillways, gate lifting mechanisms, intakes, etc.)
  • Technical coordination and project management across disciplines
  • Structural calculations for reinforced concrete and steel
  • Feasibility studies, preliminary designs, and various technical assessments
  • Stability and safety evaluations of dams and hydraulic structures
  • Inspections of hydraulic structures and hydroelectric facilities
  • Preparation of technical drawings and specifications
  • Analysis of construction methods and cost estimation
  • Technical support during construction, both remotely and on-site
  • Collaboration with engineering and technical teams

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
  • Post Graduate degree is an asset
  • 5 years + of experience in structural design (concrete and steel)
  • Membership - Professional Engineer Ontario (PEO)
  • Familiarity with principals of seismic engineering, and finite element analysis method
  • Familiarity with Dynamic Analysis of Structures is an asset
  • Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
  • Versatility and interest in diverse engineering projects
  • Autonomy, initiative, and strong teamwork skills
  • Be able to do site visits and traveling (20%)

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you: 

  • Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week 
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program 
  • Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution 
  • As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees 
  • Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode  
  • Work/Life balance policy across Canada 
  • 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience 
  • Tailored training to improve your existing skills 

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.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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Top Skills

Finite Element Analysis
Project Management
Seismic Engineering
Structural Design
Technical Drawings
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The Company
HQ: Laval, Québec
2,771 Employees
Year Founded: 1990

What We Do

CIMA+ provides a variety of consulting engineering services, namely in the areas of buildings, infrastructure, transportation, energy and resources, project management, communication systems, and the environment. The search for excellence has been part of our DNA since our foundation in 1990, and our teams draw on decades of experience acquired across Canada to deliver quality projects that meet our client’s expectations. This commitment has allowed CIMA+ to rank among the largest private consulting engineering firms in the country. Today, with over 30 offices across Canada, CIMA+ employs more than 3,000, a majority of whom share ownership in the company.

At CIMA+ we believe that our job aims at improving the lives of those around us. Sustainable solutions inspired by engineering help meet the many challenges of today and tomorrow. Because when you engineer for people, you also engineer for a better world.

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