At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Your Opportunity

Our hydro team is seeking a junior structural engineer who likes challenging work and support the senior engineers in complex hydro challenges based on strong academic background in structural engineering. A person who can assist the senior structural engineers in performing structural design including calculations and preparation of drawings, specifications and reports for hydraulic structures, hydroelectric facilities, marine structures, and other infrastructure associated with renewable energy projects. The right candidate will support the team in project delivery, proposal development and client presentation. If you are a quick learner and feel a passion for dams, hydropower and structural engineering , please apply and convince us that you are the right person for our team.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Observe and personify safety and quality culture.

• Support our experienced hydro structural engineers in the project delivery and execution of projects involving hydropower stations, spillway and concrete dams.

• Perform field support during installation and construction through monitoring for quality control and consistency with the design specifications;

• As a strong team player, motivate team to work together efficiently and mitigate team conflict;

• Apply standard techniques, procedures and criteria to carry out engineering tasks under the guidance of structural engineers;

• Ensure design compliance with relevant engineering standards and codes (i.e. CSA A23.1 to 23.4, S6, S16, National Building Code of Canada, Dam safety Guidelines by Canadian Dam Association etc.), as well as internal QA/QC procedures;

• Prepare preliminary and detailed design calculations and specifications for hydroelectric generating stations, spillways and concrete dams under the guidance of senior engineers;

• Prepare calculations or designs using software packages (i.e. STAAD Pro/SAP 2000);

• Oversee and guide the preparation of structural drawings for construction;

• Prepare technical reports, memoranda and meeting minutes;

• Perform individually or as a team member within civil/structural discipline and on interdisciplinary projects;

• Support field team in construction services including site inspection and contract administration;

• Manage time spent on design and project tasks to meet established project-specific workplans (cost, quality, timelines);

• Assist in the preparation of proposals;

• Other duties as assigned. Improve Effectiveness

• Works collaboratively with senior Engineers and Project Managers to assist in planning, design, CAD drafting and preparation of drawings, bid documents, technical specifications, and capital cost estimates in connection with a variety of engineering projects.

• Communicates with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards.

• Meet HSSE goals and targets and personal utilization requirements.

• Communicate at ease and have good interpersonal skills. Promote Brand

• Know and relate with relevant industry associations, academic institutions, and training programs.

• Write, coordinate or present publications and conference presentations on innovative or interesting aspects of their work.

• Know Stantec’s technology differentiators and be able to explain client benefits.

  Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Solid technical and academic background in structural engineering with focus on analysis, and design of concrete and steel structures, such as: - Stability and structural analyses including Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of the structures would be an asset.

• Proficiency with Staad Pro or SAP2000, Mathcad, MS office tools is required., Proficiency on other FEA software packages Ansys or Abaqus and AutoCAD would be considered an asset.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Work experience with demonstrated organizational and communication skills.

Education and Experience

• Structural engineer with a degree from an accredited university. Post graduate degree in structural engineering would be an asset.

• Engineer in Training (EIT) or equivalent designation obtained in at least one Canadian Province through their professional engineer organization (i.e. PEO in Ontario).

• Minimum of 2 years of engineering design experience preferably within a consulting engineering environment.

• Experience in hydropower and dams would be an asset.

• Field experience in site monitoring for a construction project would be considered an asset. Position will be located at our Hamilton office, however there is flexibility of working from home settings with at least once a week office attendance in Hamilton, Ontario, and some site visits on projects. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Primary Location: Canada | ON | Stoney Creek

Organization: BC-1265 Energy-CA Central

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Nonmanager

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 16/06/2025 05:06:37

Req ID: REQ250001B7