About Us BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international applied earth sciences professional services firm. We are proud of our talented team of over 800 employees, spanning the fields of Engineering, Geoscience, Software, Geomatics, Data Science, Accounting, Administration, Health & Safety and Human Resources. Alongside our clients and industry partners, BGC works collaboratively as ‘One Team’, dedicated to solving the world’s most critical applied earth science challenges. BGC has offices located across Canada, the United States, Chile, the Dominican Republic, and Australia. Our Brisbane office plays a key role in BGC’s global operations, delivering expert applied earth science services tailored to Australia’s unique geological and regulatory landscape. With a strong focus on geotechnical tailings dam design, BGC Australia supports the full lifecycle of tailings facilities — from site selection and hazard assessments to detailed design, operational support, construction monitoring, and closure. We are globally recognized for our expertise in residual soils, seismic and static liquefaction assessments, hazard identification, and risk-informed decision-making. Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation, excellence and transparency and a casual, dynamic and inclusive work environment. BGC prides itself on offering training and mentoring opportunities to further our employees’ professional growth as well as social and wellness activities that contribute to the connection and wellbeing of our team. We believe in One Team, Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense and Clarity. The Role BGC is seeking an Intermediate Water Resources Engineer to support regional and international water resources projects. The successful candidate will contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams, delivering high-quality technical services to address our clients’ applied earth science challenges. This role requires experience in surface water management, with a solid foundation in water balance modelling and hydraulic structure analysis and design. You will collaborate with hydrotechnical engineers and geoscientists, contribute to technical work, and continue developing your expertise. Responsibilities Contribute to hydrotechnical modelling, design, and construction projects under the guidance of senior staff. Assist with project coordination, including tracking budgets, schedules, and deliverables. Work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams, occasionally in remote or challenging environments. Participate in site visits and fieldwork. Support and learn from senior engineers and geoscientists, while mentoring junior staff as appropriate. Assist with proposal development and identifying opportunities for technical growth. Stay engaged with research and development initiatives to support innovative practices. Help promote BGC’s vision, values, and culture. Required Education, Experience & Competencies Professional Engineering License (or eligibility for licensure). 5 to 10 years of relevant professional engineering experience. Experience in a consulting environment is preferred. Strong understanding of hydraulics, hydrology, hydrotechnical design, and river engineering, with an interest in integrating geotechnical and hydrogeological perspectives. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Position Requirements Drug & Alcohol Testing To ensure we meet our client’s compliance requirements and our workplace health and safety commitments, BGC has a drug and alcohol policy that applies to this position. The policy states that an employee may be required to take a drug and alcohol test prior to engaging in field work. This testing could be requested within an employee’s first week or in the future, as required. It is important to note that some clients also require random drug and alcohol testing, and/or testing in the event of a health and safety accident or incident. Driver’s License BGC requires that employees have a valid driver's license, and that employees can drive a field pickup truck. Upon hiring, BGC will require a driver’s abstract to allow for a safety review of your driving history. Travel and Vaccination BGC is committed to maintaining a safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of employees while on business travel and during field assignments. To meet travel and client requirements, employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever, COVID-19, malaria, etc. If you require an accommodation or wish to discuss your situation, please contact Human Resources. BGC requires that you have a current passport for this position. Company Benefits BGC offers our employees the following: Our ‘One Team’ culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity Professional development and mentoring opportunities Flexible workplace with hybrid work arrangements Social activities Opportunity to work from other BGC offices in Canada and the United States Equity, Diversity and Inclusion BGC Engineering Inc. strives to create a workplace where equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality, ensure fairness, and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates, including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals, Indigenous People, women, people of diverse sexual orientations, identities and expressions, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all faiths, nationalities, marital status, ages, and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us at careers@bgcengineering.ca . Disclosures (1) At BGC, we use A rtificial Intelligence to streamline parts of the recruitment process, however all decisions about candidate selection and advancement continue to be made by our hiring team. (2) This is a newly created position, reflecting our continued growth and investment in expanding our capabilities. (3) This posting will remain open until the position has been filled. 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