Senior Hydrotechnical Engineer - Open Channel Hydraulics

The Opportunity

Work on some of Canada’s most complex flood and water systems — with the space to grow your influence.

This role offers a thoughtful next step for an experienced hydraulic modeller who wants exposure to complex, meaningful work without losing hands‑on technical involvement.

At WSP, you’ll be part of the world’s largest engineering and professional services consultancy, but day‑to‑day work remains practical, collaborative, and close to the projects. Senior engineers are trusted with judgement, given room to contribute, and encouraged to shape how work is delivered — technically and professionally.

In the Prairies & Northern Canada, hydraulic modelling goes well beyond routine municipal applications. Flat‑slope flooding, ice‑affected systems, climate variability, and large, interconnected watersheds create challenges that require careful thinking and sound engineering. This role sits within those systems, supporting projects that matter to communities, Indigenous partners, and long‑term flood resilience across the region.

You’ll have the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise, work alongside experienced practitioners across Canada, and gradually expand your influence through mentorship, technical review, and client engagement — at a pace that reflects both your experience and your interests.

Your Impact

• Provide technical leadership on advanced hydraulic modelling for complex Prairie and Northern basins (including the Red, Assiniboine, Saskatchewan, and Mackenzie systems).
• Develop, review, and validate 1D/2D hydraulic and flood models using tools such as HEC‑RAS 2D, MIKE FLOOD / MIKE 21, TUFLOW, TELEMAC, or equivalent.
• Model extreme events, climate‑driven flood scenarios, ice‑affected hydraulics, and low‑gradient floodplains where conventional approaches fall short.
• Act as a technical authority on floodplain mapping, flood risk assessments, river hydraulics, drainage systems, and infrastructure resilience.
• Contribute to dam safety, breach analyses, flood consequence assessments, and emergency spillway design, as applicable.
• Work directly with Indigenous communities, municipalities, utilities, and regulators, supporting solutions that are technically sound and contextually appropriate.
• Mentor and develop junior and intermediate modellers, while helping define best‑practice hydraulic standards across WSP.
• Collaborate nationally with hydrotechnical, climate resilience, and water security leaders, shaping how complex water challenges are addressed across Canada.

What Sets You Apart

• 5–10 years of experience in hydraulic modelling or hydrotechnical engineering, with deep expertise in open‑channel hydraulics and flood analysis.
• Advanced proficiency with hydraulic modelling tools; experience with water management or flood infrastructure is a strong asset.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering.
• P.Eng. registered or eligible for registration in a Canadian province.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage budgets and timelines, and build trusted client relationships.
• A strong interest in mentorship, technical excellence, and long‑term resilience outcomes.
• Experience with Indigenous infrastructure, dam safety, ice hydraulics, or northern systems is highly valued, but not required.

• Proudly Canadian – born and raised in Québec, now operating in over 40 countries, including Antarctica.
• A global community of 72,000 brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
   

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