Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer - Dams, Reservoirs, and Hydropower

Location: Canada

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work. 

Join our team and discover the opportunities that await. 

Are you a passionate about making a positive impact in communities across Canada and Globally? At Stantec, we’re dedicated to creating sustainable and innovative solutions that shape a better world. As an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer specializing in dams, you’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team tackling complex dam, reservoir, and hydropower projects in a supportive and inclusive environment.

We offer flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, and a strong commitment to your professional growth. At Stantec, you’ll find the flexibility to shape your career path with opportunities to deepen your technical expertise, explore project leadership, strengthen client engagement, or pursue new areas of interest. If you’re ready to advance your career while working on projects that truly matter, we invite you to bring your expertise and passion to Stantec.

Why Join Us

• Meaningful Work: Contribute to major projects that protect communities, support sustainable development, and are critical to improving resiliency as we adapt our new and existing infrastructure in response to a changing climate. 
• People-Focused Culture: Be part of a close-knit, diverse team where your voice is heard and your growth is supported. 
• Small-Company Feel, Big-Company Resources: Experience the agility and camaraderie of a small business, backed by the resources and opportunities of a global leader.
• Innovative Environment: Leverage cutting-edge tools (UAVs, AI-integrated solutions) and contribute to Stantec’s Innovation Office and Digital Center of Excellence.
• Career Advancement: Navigate your professional journey with Stantec’s Career Advancement Wheel, offering structured pathways for technical growth, leadership, and cross-disciplinary exploration. 
• Technical Leadership: Apply your expertise to collaborate with, work and learn alongside industry leaders, while providing mentor junior staff though complex analyses, and developing high-quality deliverables.
• Flexibility: Enjoy Hybrid and remote work options, flexible benefits, and vacation policies that align with your experience.

Your Opportunity

Our dam practitioners work collaboratively to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and communities on unique dam, reservoir, and hydropower projects Nationally and Globally. As an intermediate geotechnical engineer, you will have the opportunity to:

• Support the design, analysis, and construction of dams, reservoirs, dykes, spillways, and hydropower projects across Canada.
• Conduct Dam Safety Reviews and inspections in accordance with Canadian Dam Association Guidelines, with opportunities for short-duration travel within Canada.
• Manage and coordinate geotechnical-focused and multidisciplinary project teams, commensurate with your experience and capabilities.
• Mentor and be mentored by colleagues across a breadth of experience fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry partners.
• Contribute to business development, proposal preparation, and market expansion initiatives.
• Drive innovation by leading or contributing to digitization initiatives, advanced numerical modeling, market research, and the development of emerging technologies, with a focus on climate change adaptation, risk and liability reduction, and aging dams.

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