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Wood West & Associates Inc.

Geotechnical Engineer, Hydro Projects

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full-time

Within 25 km of Richmond · About 12.5 km from the city centre

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 7+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
Posted: Sep 3, 2026

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About the Role

We are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer, Hydro to support major dam, reservoir, and hydropower projects across Canada. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced geotechnical professional looking to work on technically challenging infrastructure projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and industry specialists.

What You’ll Do

Support the design and analysis of dams, reservoirs, dykes, spillways, and hydropower infrastructure.
Participate in dam safety reviews, inspections, and geotechnical assessments.
Support or manage geotechnical and multidisciplinary project teams.
Complete technical analyses and contribute to high-quality engineering reports and deliverables.
Work closely with clients, technical specialists, and project teams across Canada.
Support proposals, business development, and new project opportunities.
Contribute to innovative approaches including numerical modelling, digital tools, and climate-resilient infrastructure solutions.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to technical knowledge sharing.
Travel occasionally within Canada for project and site work.

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geological, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline; a Master’s or PhD is an asset.
7+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
Experience with dam engineering, dam safety, geotechnical design, and/or dam construction.
Knowledge of Canadian dam safety guidelines and relevant industry standards.
Experience with geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Leapfrog, or Rocscience is an asset.
Strong project management, technical analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent technical writing, communication, and client-facing skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

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Responsibilities

Support the design, analysis, and safety reviews of dams, reservoirs, and hydropower infrastructure across Canada. Manage multidisciplinary teams and contribute to technical reports and innovative climate-resilient solutions.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering with over 7 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in geotechnical software and knowledge of Canadian dam safety guidelines are highly valued.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering
Dam Engineering
Dam Safety
Geotechnical Design
Numerical Modelling
Project Management
Technical Writing
Client Relations
GeoStudio
Leapfrog
Rocscience
Technical Analysis
Problem Solving
Mentoring
Dam Construction

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Keywords

Geotechnical Engineering
Hydro Projects
Dam Safety
Reservoirs
Dykes
Spillways
Hydropower Infrastructure
GeoStudio
Leapfrog
Rocscience
Numerical Modelling
Civil Engineering
Geological Engineering
Canadian Dam Safety Guidelines
Infrastructure Projects
Engineering Services

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