Water resource engineer - in - training supporting flood, river, stormwater, and watercourse projects at Onterris. Assisting modelling, design, field investigations, and regulatory work.
About the role
- Intermediate Geotechnical or Geological Engineer at BGC Engineering managing design and operation of tailings storage facilities. Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure safety and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, construction, and operation of greenfield or existing tailings storage facilities.
- Scope of work includes site investigation planning and execution, foundation and tailings characterization for geotechnical design, assessment of hazards and failure modes, stability analyses, development of construction drawings and specifications, construction oversight and quality assurance.
- Respond to contractor and client requests for information.
- Conduct dam safety inspections and instrumentation data review.
- Provide records reporting.
- Work in a multi-disciplinary team related to the performance of tailings storage facilities.
- Conduct annual inspections and reporting (DSIs, etc.).
- Present technical content to various stakeholders including clients, regulators, and independent technical review boards.
- Support and coordinate field investigations, and construction activities in collaboration with contractors, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Train, mentor, and supervise technical work of junior to intermediate staff.
- Help promote BGC vision, values, and culture amongst BGC staff.
- Travel as required, which could occasionally include extended shifts at remote work sites and visits to North American BGC offices.
Requirements
- Demonstrated competency and experience working in tailings management for the responsibilities noted above.
- Undergraduate degree in Civil or Geological Engineering.
- Post-graduate degree in Geological, Geotechnical, or Civil Engineering is preferred.
- Registered as a Professional Engineer.
- 5 + years of relevant work experience in tailings management and dam design.
- Experienced in all phases of large tailings projects: investigation, design, construction, operations, and closure.
- Strong leadership, analytical, project management, and communication skills.
- A commitment to technical excellence.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental and Vision coverage
- LTD, Life, AD&D and Business Travel Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holidays
- Parental leave top ups
- Professional development and mentoring opportunities
- Flat management structure
- Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
- Social and wellness activities
- Casual and professional work environment
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