Lead Geotechnical Engineer - Dams and Hydraulic Structures

AECOM is currently looking for a Lead Geotechnical Engineer for a full-time position based out of any of our AECOM offices in the Water group, primarily for projects involving dams and hydraulic structures, in addition to occasionally supporting other business lines for projects involving ports, transportation infrastructure, and the environment. This role will have a strong emphasis on hydroelectric dam safety, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in geotechnical engineering. Additionally, the successful candidate will take on a leadership role, either as a technical manager or a subject matter expert, guiding and mentoring a team of engineers and technical staff.

Responsibilities:

• Handling relevant assignments by coordinating with the professionals and technical teams allocated to the project;
• Preparing and drafting technical reports and calculation notes for a variety of projects including geotechnical investigations, dam safety studies, post-construction behaviour studies and monitoring, slope stability, geotechnical consulting services;
• Carrying out feasibility and preliminary design studies, detailed studies, geotechnical design, plans and quotes, technical support throughout the works;
• Conducting geotechnical assessments focused on hydroelectric dam safety, including stability analyses, seepage assessments, and foundation evaluations;
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to dam safety standards and guidelines;
• Leading dam safety review processes and contributing to risk assessments;
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff;
• Carrying out quality assurance for technical studies carried out by team members and supervising engineers and technicians;
• Supporting business development efforts by contributing technical expertise to proposals and project planning.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, specializing in Geotechnical Engineering;
• PEng or eligible;
• A minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience with dam safety evaluations, geotechnical risk assessments, and foundation analysis for hydraulic structures;
• Leadership experience in either a technical management or subject matter expert capacity, with a track record of mentoring and guiding teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering;
• Ideally 12 years’ relevant experience;
• Experience in hydroelectric dam safety assessments and compliance with regulatory requirements;
• Strong report-writing skills;
• Good knowledge of spoken and written French;
• Proficiency in GeoStudio software;
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite;
• Valid driver’s license.