EG3 Engineer 3 – Forecast Engineer Regular / Full‑timeDepartment of Transportation and Infrastructure – Hydrological Forecasting and Water Management, Engineering and Technical ServicesLocation: Winnipeg, MBSalary: EG3 $88,116.00 – $115,275.00 per yearClosing date: May 24, 2026Employment Equity Statement The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives 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.Responsibilities The Forecast Engineer is responsible for the provision of flood forecasts and information on the basin’s hydrologic conditions, which are used for flood preparedness and flood damage reduction by all three levels of government, for operation of the province’s water control structures, and for public safety and flood risk awareness. Major responsibilities include development of hydrologic forecasting methodologies including advanced hydrologic models and real‑time application of such methodologies. The Engineer also prepares flood outlook reports, communicates flood risk to the public and advises the director on basin conditions.Qualifications – EssentialUndergraduate degree in engineering (Civil preferred)



or closely related discipline such as a degree in Science with specialization in Hydrology (Masters degree preferred)Extensive experience in hydrologic modelling, model calibration, verification and implementation for practical uses to solve real‑time water management problems.Extensive experience in hydro‑meteorological data analysis using GIS and Excel and preparing the data for operational decision making.Knowledge of hydraulic routing, flood risk mapping and hydrological processes in relation to cold climate.Ability to work in a fast paced environment with multi‑tasked team and working extended hours as needed to meet time sensitive demands for public safety.Strong verbal communication skills.Solid written communication skills including the ability to prepare technical and non‑technical correspondence and reports and corresponding directly with the public on sensitive issues.Ability to undertake independent research and develop proposals to introduce new industry innovations into department operations.Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health work practices.Conditions of EmploymentMust be legally entitled to work in CanadaRegistered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers Geoscientists ManitobaMust be physically capable of performing the physical requirements of the position, including standing for extended periods of time and wearing protective equipmentAbility to work in an outdoor rough terrain environment in both winter and summer in extreme temperaturesAbility to extended hours, travel and be away from home for extended periods and able to work alone, near or in water, at heights and around trafficMust possess and maintain a valid class 5 driver's licence and access to a personal vehicle#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Forecast Engineer - C$88,116 - C$115,275 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Manitoba Government
📍 Winnipeg