Intermediate Water Resources Engineer

Responsibilities What your day will look likeYou'll be at the forefront of critical water resource management projects, providing expert technical input and innovative solutions.Water Resources Design & Analysis Provide technical input for the delivery of water resources projects for both public and private sector clients.Undertake and lead hydrologic and hydraulic modelling assignments for urban infrastructure and transportations systems including the analysis of surface drainage, storm sewer networks, dual drainage systems, sanitary sewer networks, combined sewer systems, bridges and culverts, erosion and scour protection and floodplain mapping and flood hazard assessments.Undertake studies, assessments, modelling, preliminary and detailed design, cost estimates, specifications, and input to contract documents.Develop and implement stormwater management strategies to mitigate flooding for environmental protection.Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modelling and analysis tasks utilizing software such as R Studio or Python, PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, GIS, HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS.Model, analyze, and interpret results, documenting findings in technical reports.Provide technical input for complex or unique assignments.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff. Project Management & CollaborationDirect and coordinate water resources activities for engineering and design teams.Provide project engineering expertise, calculations, and design input for water management infrastructure and drainage systems.Coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams to gather relevant data for project design and implementation.Independently prepare project reports, documentation, and presentations.Communicate design details to clients and stakeholders.Support multi-disciplinary projects and provide project management/coordination for water resources projects.Fulfill project plans in accordance with established scopes of work, budgets, and schedules to execute high quality projects.Learning & DevelopmentCommit to self-development and ongoing learning to stay knowledgeable of industry best practices and advancements in water resources engineering.Contribute to Dillon's corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.Contribute to the career advancement of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring. Qualifications What you will need to succeedUndergraduate degree in civil or environmental engineering or applicable technical degree.Professional designation or eligibility to achieve professional designation within six months.4+ years’ relevant experience in a consulting environment or working on water resources engineering projects.Valid driver's license.Proficiency with water resources tools, such as Visual OTTHYMO, PCSWMM, and HEC-RAS.Strong understanding of municipal and provincial drainage design standards.Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.A self-motivated individual looking for advancement opportunities.Excellent initiative and attention to detail. Experience Mandatory hands-on design and analysis experience with water resources modelling tools, such as PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and GIS.Experience with additional software such as InfoWorks ICM, R Studio, Visual OTTHYMO, and AutoCAD Civil 3D would be considered an asset. Coastal experience would be considered an asset.Demonstrated experience in the design and analysis for water resources projects including stormwater management, flood line mapping, hydrometric monitoring and rating curve development and transportation drainage.Demonstrated experience in project management and coordination.Proven ability to manage projects effectively and meet deadlines.Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.A commitment to quality and client satisfaction.Why choose Dillon?Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation and are empowered to continually grow and develop. We live our core values:Reliability: words result in actions that build trust;Achievement: do the work to hit the target;Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;Creativity: discover new possibilities;Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard; andInclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.Dillon is a certified Great Place to Work. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering an outstanding employee experience and cultivating an exceptional workplace culture. At Dillon, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. This designation reflects our ongoing efforts to ensure that our workplace is not just a place of work, but a community where everyone can thrive. In addition, we offer:Employee share purchase planDillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.A competitive compensation packageComprehensive health benefits.Generous retirement savings plan.Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributionsFlexible work hours and remote working optionsDillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and remote work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.Learning and Development opportunitiesAs a knowledge-based business, the organic growth of our knowledge and skills occur through our work performance and roles. The creation and sharing of knowledge allows us to take local knowledge to scale, capture lessons learned through experience, and continuously improve service delivery. The development of self and others is an evident and measured core behaviour within our organization.We use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and co-creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities.Focus on InnovationThe ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities.Employee and Family Assistance programA variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees.Wellness SubsidyOur employees can take advantage of wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes.