Junior/Intermediate Water Resources Engineer

Calgary, Alberta or Vancouver, British Columbia

Play an integral role in Worley Consulting's Environmental & Sustainability team, supporting the delivery of innovative water resources solutions that help clients manage complex environmental challenges and advance sustainable project outcomes. Working alongside multidisciplinary specialists across Canada and North America, you will contribute to projects that support responsible development in the mining, chemicals, energy, infrastructure, and environmental sectors.

Purpose of the role

As a Junior/Intermediate Water Resources Engineer, you will support the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of water resource management solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will apply engineering principles and water modeling expertise to address complex hydrologic, hydraulic, water management, and environmental challenges while contributing to high-quality project execution, client satisfaction, and business growth.

You will collaborate closely with project managers, technical specialists, and clients to deliver practical, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions while continuing to build your technical and professional capabilities within a leading global consulting organization.

Location(s): Calgary, Alberta or Vancouver, British Columbia

This is a full-time position with flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work options based on project and business requirements. Travel may be required to support client engagement, field programs, and project delivery activities across North America.

You will be responsible for

• Supporting the delivery of water resources and surface water management projects across mining, chemicals, infrastructure, environmental, and industrial sectors.
• Performing hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support engineering assessments, environmental studies, and project development activities.
• Developing and applying water resources models using tools such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, GoldSim, SWMM, and PCSWMM.
• Assisting with watershed assessments, flood studies, drainage evaluations, stormwater management planning, and water balance analyses.
• Preparing technical reports, engineering studies, design documentation, and client deliverables that meet Worley's quality standards.
• Contributing to project execution through effective management of scope, schedule, budget, and deliverable requirements.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate water resource considerations into broader environmental and engineering solutions.
• Supporting client relationship development by delivering exceptional service and contributing to positive project outcomes.
• Monitoring industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies related to water resource management.
• Participating in business development activities, including proposal preparation, technical inputs, and market engagement initiatives.
• Supporting Worley's commitment to health, safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence in all aspects of project delivery.
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.

What you'll bring to the role

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization or focus in Water Resources Engineering.
• Approximately 3 to 7 years of relevant consulting, engineering, or water resources experience.
• Experience supporting water resources projects within mining, industrial, municipal, environmental, energy, or chemical sectors.
• Working knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software, including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, GoldSim, SWMM, and PCSWMM.
• Understanding of watershed management, flood risk assessment, drainage design, stormwater management, and surface water processes.
• Eligibility for registration, or registration in good standing, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) within Canada.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare and review technical documentation and present findings clearly.
• Ability to build productive working relationships with clients, regulators, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, environmental responsibility, and quality management.
• Familiarity with project delivery systems, quality management processes, and engineering consulting practices.
• A collaborative mindset, curiosity to learn, and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits

Feel the energy at Worley with access to a range of benefits including: paid-time off, holiday pay medical, life, dental, and life insurance plans, as well as Retirement Savings Plan.

In addition, Worley fosters a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth, technical development, collaboration, and career progression. Through exposure to a diverse range of projects and industries, you will have opportunities to expand your expertise, build meaningful client relationships, and contribute to projects that shape sustainable outcomes around the world.

Applicants based in the province of British Columbia, the salary range is $104,213 to $132,000.

Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Apply today

If you are passionate about water resources engineering and want to contribute to projects that help balance environmental stewardship with responsible development, we encourage you to apply. Join Worley Consulting and help deliver innovative solutions that create lasting value for clients, communities, and the environment.