Senior Structural Engineer - Seismic -

Requisition ID: 93466 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

We are currently seeking a Structural Engineer for our Vancouver Office, with analysis and design experience on large and small hydro power projects. The academic background and experience in the seismic analysis and design, particularly involving Response Spectrum and Time History Analyses of hydro power structures will be an asset. If you have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and understand innovation, we want to hear from you. Working closely with our senior engineers and designers, your primary role will be to act as a technical resource on challenging projects. The position will allow you to directly apply and develop your knowledge in design of concrete and steel structures involving dam spillways, intake structures, powerhouse, hoist support structures and stability analyses of dams and related structures. 

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Working in a fast-paced, dynamic team with other engineers in a multidisciplinary environment 

• Performing design calculations, analyses using software programs and documenting findings and recommendations in a report 

• Preparing specifications for a variety of structural engineering tasks involving construction and/or rehabilitation of concrete and steel structures for hydroelectric generating stations, substations, and dams 

• Developing preliminary and detailed designs as well as overseeing and guiding the preparation of civil/structural drawings for construction 

• Taking ownership of the technical deliverables 

• Leading and managing the process of engineering commitments in accordance with scope, schedule, budget and procedures to ensure successful project completion 

• Managing the design teams of junior structural engineers and designers, for successful completion of the project(s), while ensuring a continuous career development of staff 

• Ensuring compliance with all relevant engineering standards and internal procedures for all design activities 

• Maintaining structural engineering work procedures and computer aided design programs 

• Preparing and contributing to technical memos and reports, within areas of expertise 

• Stamp documents and drawings as required 

• Assist in preparing proposals  

Qualifications and Experience: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on structural design from a recognized university 

• A Master’s degree in structural engineering will be considered an asset  

• 8+ years of experience working on hydropower projects, involving the analysis and design features of hydropower projects, such as:  

• Stability analyses of dams and other related structures 

• The analysis and design of hoist supporting structures and hoist towers 

• Seismic analysis of structural steel hoist tower structures, and concrete dam structures, involving Response Spectrum and Time History Analyses 

• Design of powerhouse structures, involving turbine foundations, substructure and superstructure 

• Design of penstocks (buried penstocks, above ground penstocks and liners)  

• Design of gate structures including Vertical gates, Radial gates, Bulkheads, Stoplogs etc.   

• Balance of Plant design for hydroelectric facilities including design of concrete and steel structures, platforms, cranes and monorails etc. 

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in BC or other Canadian Province (candidates with strong international experience and eligibility for P Eng. designation in Canada will be considered) 

• Site experience will be considered an asset   

• Strong hands-on working knowledge and experience with structural engineering analysis software, preferably STAAD Pro and SAP2000 

• In-depth knowledge and experience using Canadian codes and standards for Hydro Power structures 

• Solid experience in the preparation of reports and specifications  

• Strong client focus and a desire to achieve results including the ability to manage multiple priorities and time lines 

• Aptitude for working in multi-disciplinary teams and the ability to interact successfully with all levels of staff, clients and vendors 

• Strong interpersonal and time management skills with a commitment to achieving engineering excellence 

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.