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Responsibilities:
- Act as Package Engineer (technical lead) working directly with vendors on equipment supply contracts for gates, cranes, and turbine-generator units.
- Work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team, coordinating with civil, electrical and other mechanical engineers.
- Perform design analysis and calculations for gates (spillway gates, intake gates, stoplogs, etc.) and other equipment, including:
- Strength calculations to assess existing / aging gates and hoist equipment.
- Preliminary sizing of equipment for conceptual designs and to provide input to support civil design.
- Work with drafting technicians to prepare design drawings and conceptual / tender level drawings for equipment.
- Perform and/or witness inspections of aging equipment including gates, hoists, cranes and turbine-generator units.
- Write specifications for refurbishment work and equipment supply contracts for gates, hoists, cranes and turbine-generator units.
- Prepare design basis memoranda, technical memoranda, and reports, and coordinate report preparation within a multidisciplinary team.
- Review the work of other engineers, including calculations, drawings, and reports.
- Participate in risk analysis workshops including dam-safety related risk (PFMA) and internal project risk workshops.
- Provide presentations to clients and internal audiences including management committees and informal presentations to other engineers and technicians in the hydro team.
- Travel to project sites may be required occasionally, and opportunities for longer site assignments will occasionally arise if the successful candidate is interested (though it is not required).
Requirements:
- Must be registered or be eligible for registration as a P.Eng. with Engineers or Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
- Possess a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
- At least 10 years of experience in the hydroelectric industry, preferably with specific experience in heavy mechanical and turbine-generator units.
- A thorough understanding of turbine-generator operations, governor systems and hydraulics is an asset.
- Familiarity with other balance of plant mechanical systems in hydro projects is an asset.
- Knowledge of ASME, IEC, USACE, WorkSafeBC and other codes, standards and regulatory requirements relevant to the work.
- Proficiency in Office software products is essential (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
- AutoCAD and 3D drafting software experience (SolidWorks, Revit or other) is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience working in an environment where safety, integrity and teamwork are key values.
- clear communication skills with ability to make clear presentations to peers, management, and clients.
- An excellent command of the English language (written and spoken).
- Proven mentoring, teamwork and leadership skills.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
- Comprehensive Medical & life insurance coverage
- Remote work opportunities outside of country
- Flexible/hybrid work solutions
- Performance driven discretionary bonus program
- Transportation & housing allowances: Available for remote work locations.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.
Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.
AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.
Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.
We pursue this commitment by:
Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.
