Hydrotechnical engineering meets tailings expertise at GHD in Atlantic Canada, focusing on hydrology, hydraulics, and mine water infrastructure. Support projects across their lifecycle.
As an Intermediate Hydrotechnical Engineer, you will support GHD’s Canada East mine waste team. Apply hydrological and hydraulic methods to tailings storage facilities, mine waste facilities, ponds, spillways, and diversion channels. Your work will include design reviews, water balances, flood routing, and inundation studies. You will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mining clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform hydrological and hydraulic analyses for mine waste facilities
- Support design reviews, water balances, and flood assessments
- Supervise junior staff and provide technical mentorship
- Conduct site visits and prepare technical deliverables
- Communicate water management risks and practical solutions
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline
- At least three years of relevant hydrotechnical experience
- Eligibility for Canadian skilled engineering association membership
- Knowledge of mine water and dam safety requirements
- Proficiency with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, ArcGIS, or Civil 3D
Apply hydrology, hydraulics, modelling, and technical judgment to tailings and mine water projects with GHD.