Flood Damage Reduction Hydraulic Engineer

Flood Damage Reduction Hydraulic Engineer Department: Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Branch: Hydrologic Forecasting and Water Management, Engineering and Technical Services Advertisement Number: 44790 Salary: EG4 $95,303.00 - $124,732.00 per year Closing Date: January 15, 2026 Employment equity statement: The Manitoba government recognises the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drive a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months. Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay. Duties Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure’s mission is to ensure safe, reliable, and sustainable infrastructure and services for Manitoba and its communities. As a Flood Damage Reduction Hydraulic Engineer you will provide specialized engineering services, including hydraulic model development for flow and water level forecasting, flood risk mapping, emergency response, basin conditions monitoring, and infrastructure analysis and design. You will also conduct water management projects and manage and provide guidance on projects assigned to consultants. Qualifications Extensive experience in hydraulic modelling, model calibration, verification using available tools such as HEC‑RAS, MIKE11, etc., and using the model for water level and flow forecasts and to solve real‑time practical water‑management problems. Extensive experience in analysing and processing complex hydrometric and bathymetric data using GIS and preparing the data for model input, decision making, flood risk mapping and flood risk investigation. Knowledge of principles of hydrology and water‑resource engineering including hydrologic processes, hydro‑meteorological data analysis, interpretation and spatial data representation. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with a multitasked team and working extended hours as needed to meet time‑sensitive demands for public safety. Ability to undertake independent research and develop proposals to introduce new industry innovations into department operations. Strong written communication skills including the ability to prepare technical and non‑technical correspondence and reports. Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to foster collaborative working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health work practices. Conditions of Employment Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalency recognised by Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba. Must be registered or be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM). Must be willing and able to travel within Manitoba as required. Must be able to occasionally work in an outdoor rough‑terrain environment in both winter and summer in extreme weather conditions. Application Submit an Application Screening Form together with your resume and cover letter to the Public Service Commission by email at PSCExecutivejobs@gov.mb.ca quoting the advertisement number 44790 and position title in the subject line. If you are having difficulty opening the link to the Application Screening Form, contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy. The selection board will rely only on the information provided in the Application Screening Form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Click here to access the application form. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr