Civil Engineer Senior Advisor

Tractebel Inc.’s (Canada) team is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer who brings a strong civil engineering expertise from projects such as nuclear power generation, hydropower, transportation and electricity transmission and distribution. The role is based in Markham with a plan to relocate to downtown Toronto.

TRACTEBEL , ranked 2nd in Hydropower design by Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) 2024 annual ranking, is a global engineering and consulting company dedicated to engineering a carbon-neutral future. Backed by over 150 years of expertise, we deliver top-tier solutions in the Energy, Water, Infrastructure, and Nuclear sectors. With 6,000+ passionate experts worldwide, we are part of the ENGIE Group – global leaders in low-carbon energy and services.

At TRACTEBEL, our priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. We believe diversity drives innovation and empowers our people to shape a better world.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Civil Engineer with solid technical background and with Professional Engineer license in Ontario to contribute to impactful projects to further advance their career. The position offers a hybrid work model, opportunities for professional growth, and a healthy work-life balance.

Are you excited about the prospects and opportunities of joining a solid company operating in a start-up mode in Canada, helping us grow and deliver our ambitious goals in the Canada energy sector?

If so, then Tractebel Inc. has a series of opportunities arriving in 2026 and we would like to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• You will oversee the design and calculations of nuclear related structures and building subjected to internal and external hazards
• You anticipate problems and project needs regarding civil engineering
• You’ll provide technical oversight of reinforcement detailers and review detailing models and drawings
• You’ll provide expert oversight and technical direction to teams completing the design of reinforced concrete structures
• You perform structural analyses using FEM code
• You participate actively in the dynamic analysis of nuclear structures and components to various hazards: earthquake, gas explosion, tornado, plane crash accident, high wave impact
• You will participate in the writing of technical specifications (design requirements) and the review of technical documents issued by the Contractor
• You lead, mentor, coach and train less experienced staff
• You check calculation notes of less experienced engineers according to the QA policy of the company
• You conduct technical meetings in front of peers, partners, clients or suppliers
• You maintain effective working relationships with the European and Canada teams to ensure smooth, efficient running of activities within Tractebel Inc.
• You will work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and client’s requirements
• You will develop a full understanding of, and align with, Tractebel governance and standard working practices, strategies & objectives
• You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver competitive and compliant proposals
• You will align with TRACTEBEL’s governance, strategies, and standard practices

What You’ll Bring

• You possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• You have a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience as a civil engineer in an engineering consultancy (EPC) environment
• You are licensed (and in good standing) to practice as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario
• You have experience working in a highly regulated industry based in Canada
• You are Fluent in English. Knowledge of other languages (especially French) is welcome
• You have engineering knowledge in civil engineering associated with industrial or power civil projects, including geotechnical analysis, design, finite element method, and reinforced concrete calculation and design
• You are self-driven and able to manage multiple responsibilities in a multi-disciplinary environment within a multicultural team
• You have demonstrated ability in planning and conducting civil studies, performing engineering designs and evaluations, and other civil works associated with…