Civil Structural Engineer - Hydroelectricity & Dams

Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do. 

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. 

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. 

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.  

Job Description

Our civil/structural engineering team, specializing in hydroelectric development and dam engineering, is looking for a Civil or Structural Engineer or Candidate to the Engineering Profession (CEP) to join us. With a strong reputation in the field of hydroelectricity and dam infrastructure, our energy department delivers multidisciplinary projects in collaboration with major industry stakeholders. We offer a flexible hybrid work model, enabling you to work from home as well as from any of our various office locations across Québec (Montréal, Laval, Sherbrooke, Québec City, Gatineau, etc.).

Primary Responsibilities

• Design of new hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, intake structures, and associated hydroelectric facilities
• Engineering for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of hydraulic structures and hydroelectric installations
• Execution of design calculations for reinforced concrete and structural steel components.
• Conducting feasibility studies, preliminary designs, and various technical assessments
• Stability analyses of dams and diverse hydraulic structures, in line with regulatory and industry standards
• Safety evaluations of dam structures, adhering to provincial and national safety frameworks
• On-site inspections of hydraulic and hydroelectric infrastructure
• Engineering input for the preparation of technical plans and specifications
• Participation in the analysis and optimization of construction methodologies
• Involvement in cost estimation and budgeting for infrastructure projects
• Providing technical support during construction phases, both remotely and through site visits
• Supporting teams of engineers and technicians in both design and implementation stages
• Contributing to multidisciplinary technical coordination and overall project management

Qualifications

• University Degree in Civil Engineering
• Proven experience in civil/structural engineering
• Experience in the hydroelectric and dam sector (an asset)
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in structural design (primarily in concrete and steel structures)
• Membership with l'Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), or eligible for registration
• Fluency in French, both spoken and written
• Proficiency in English, both oral and written, within a professional context to support national-level project communication (an asset)
• Strong sense of autonomy, initiative, and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team

Why choose CIMA+? Because We Offer You:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your family’s needs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to physical, financial, mental, social and environmental well-being services
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares
• 37.5 hour work week with an opportunity to have any overtime banked or paid out (for hourly employees)
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• Up to five (5) weeks of vacation: based on years of relevant experience
• Eleven (11) statutory holidays plus a personal paid day off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more
• Mentoring programs at the local and national level
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

For more information about this career opportunity, please contact Ven Thambithurai

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Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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