Water Resources Modeller

 Requisition ID: 93413 

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. 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.

Earth Sciences and Engineering specializes in site planning, spatial information and digital terrain modeling, surface and subsurface investigations, rock mechanics, underground structures, geotechnical laboratory services, flood forecasting and water resource management through our geotechnical, hydrotechnical, and civil site development expertise.

As the successful candidate, you will perform the below tasks:

• Design of hydraulic structures (spillways, conduits, drop structures, etc.)
• 1D, 2D and 3D hydraulic modelling of open channel systems and hydraulic structures
• Hydrologic analysis (statistical and rainfall runoff modelling)
• Dam safety reviews
• Reservoir routing studies
• Watershed management studies
• Design of flood control infrastructure
• Power and energy studies for hydropower
• Managing projects and small assignments.  Projects will generally be concentrated within the water resources, flood control and hydropower sectors with opportunities to participate in the infrastructure and mining/industrial sectors
• Performing engineering analyses and designs in collaboration other disciplines
• Preparing detailed technical reports, drawings, specifications and correspondence
• Developing business opportunities and writing proposals.

You bring to the role:

• Bachelor of Engineering or college dimploma in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources Engineering
• Master's degree preferred
• 10+ years post-graduation engineering experience
• Registered, or eligible to be registered, and licensed to practice as a Professional Engineer in the Province of British Columbia or Alberta
• Demonstrated expertise in the water resources, mine water management, flood control, and/or flood protection sectors
• Experiencing using GoldSim 
• Team focused with excellent interpersonal skills and the drive to learn 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel within Canada and Internationally on short term assignments as required.

We will also consider candidates based in Calgary to work out of our local office.

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.