Intermediate Water Resources Engineer

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

Intermediate Water Resources/River Engineer

A Day in the Life

As an Intermediate Water Resource/ River Engineer, in our Guelph, London or Oakville office , you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The compensation range for this role is $34.00 to $58.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Lead engineering analysis and design for river engineering and natural systems restoration projects, for both private and public clients.
• Lead engineering analysis and design for urban drainage and surface water management projects, for both private and public clients.
• Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs of riverine, valley-land, wetland, and shoreline restoration works, including design of green infrastructure, bank/bed stabilization, channel realignment, shoreline stabilization, and erosion and sediment control measures.
• Conduct specialized hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, including:
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of urban and natural systems (e.g., PCSWMM, etc.).
• Support river engineering and environmental assessment tasks.
• Participate in erosion threshold assessments and sediment transport analysis
• Participate in the preparation of channel restoration concepts
• Contribute to the development of detailed designs, construction cost estimates and tender specifications.
• Provide resident engineering and contract administration support for construction projects.
• Successfully manage project budgets, invoicing, scheduling, change management, and client management.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including hydrogeological, geotechnical, geomorphic, survey, landscape design, transportation, structural and natural sciences disciplines.
• Direct and support field data collection exercises as well as data synthesis/analysis; including site reconnaissance, and topographic surveying.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to junior team members.
• Prepare technical reports, technical memoranda, and work plans.
• Support business development initiatives including preparing proposals and building strong client relationships.
• Work with regulatory agencies to obtain approvals.
• Willing to travel within Ontario, Canada and North America to support projects.

Your Expertise And Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• 5+ years of experience in water resources and river engineering, specifically related to the assessment of natural systems and the design, construction, and project management of river restoration projects
• Professional Engineer designation with PEO is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Water Resources/Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in writing technical reports and proposals, and giving presentations to multi-stakeholder groups
• Ability to effectively contribute to projects of various sizes and complexity simultaneously
• Knowledge of current regulations, legislation and permitting
• Experience with design and drafting software such as ArcGIS and AutoCAD would be an asset
• Experience with various water resources modeling software (i.e., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWAT, HSP-F, EFDC) would be considered an asset
• Experience with preparing detailed designs, construction cost estimates, technical specifications, and tender/procurement packages
• Experience with design and drafting software such as ArcGIS, Global Mapper, Q-GIS, AutoCAD, and Civil3D would be an asset
• A valid Class G driver’s license with no restrictions and a clean driving record.

This posting reflects a current vacancy that the company is actively seeking to fill. As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for individuals with disabilities.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit

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