Geotechnical Engineer, Dams and Hydraulic

Requisition : 182015

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Kiewit is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support the analysis, design, and delivery of hydropower, dam, and hydraulic structure projects across North America. This hands‑on technical role focuses on engineering analyses and calculations, interpretation of geotechnical data, and preparation of practical designs, drawings, specifications, technical memoranda, and reports.

You will join Kiewit’s strong, experienced geotechnical team and work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, construction partners, and clients. Our geotechnical professionals are ready to mentor and support an eager engineer who wants to learn and grow, build sound technical judgment, and progressively take on greater technical, coordination, and leadership responsibilities.

• Work on large and/or complex hydropower and dam projects across Canada and the U.S.
• Gain hands‑on experience performing analyses and preparing practical designs that are built by Kiewit, with direct and continuous feedback from construction teams
• Learn from a strong and supportive geotechnical team through active mentoring, technical reviews, field exposure, and knowledge sharing
• Build experience across the project life cycle, from site investigation and design through construction support and multidisciplinary delivery
• Develop technical and project leadership skills through progressively greater responsibility and support of the team’s technical and project leads

At Kiewit, we deliver some of the most challenging and meaningful infrastructure projects in North America. Our integrated design‑construction approach allows engineers to see their work built and to collaborate directly with construction teams to deliver innovative, practical solutions.

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction‑focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us to identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in‑house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost‑effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top‑notch health benefits, a wealth‑building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

This position will be based out of Oakville, ON, with occasional travel as business necessitates to project sites and other offices (up to 15%).

Other Kiewit offices may be considered based on the candidate’s experience.

Position could qualify for flexible remote work based on the candidate experience.

• Review and interpret geological and geotechnical information, including borehole logs, field observations, laboratory test results, instrumentation data, design criteria, and previous studies.
• Perform geotechnical and/or geological analyses and engineering calculations under the guidance of experienced engineers for foundations, embankments, slopes,…