Senior Infrastructure Engineer, defence sector (Air, Maritime)- National
Atkinsréalis
A global engineering & nuclear services firm delivering end‑to‑end infrastructure and energy solutions.
Lead design and delivery of defence infrastructure projects for Canada
2 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Onsite
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architectural Design and Engineering
Civil Design and Engineering
Structural Design and Engineering
Electrical Design and Engineering
Mechanical Design and Engineering
Transportation planning
Highways and bridges
Railroads and transit
Sector Specialisms
Water
Environment
Education
Aerospace
Security
Defence
Communications
Infrastructure
Role
Description
infrastructure strategy
stakeholder liaison
infrastructure design
digital twins
project management
compliance assurance
Lead the development of infrastructure strategies aligned with defence objectives, including facilities, networks, and operational support systems.
Liaise with the Department of National Defence (DND), Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), contractors, and other government agencies.
Reporting to the Director of Operations of the Engineering Management practice, the Senior Infrastructure Engineer lead the design, development, and oversight of critical infrastructure systems supporting Canada's defence operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the resilience, security, and performance of infrastructure supporting military and defence technologies.
Drive modernization initiatives, including smart infrastructure, digital twins, and sustainable engineering practices.
Manage large-scale infrastructure projects, including design, procurement, implementation, and commissioning.
Provide expert guidance on engineering standards, risk assessments, and lifecycle management of infrastructure assets.
Ensure all infrastructure complies with Canadian defence regulations, cybersecurity standards, and environmental policies.
Requirements
p.eng.
pmp
bim
gis
scada
15 yrs
Experience with project management methodologies (e.g., PMP) is an asset.
Familiarity with NATO STANAGs, Canadian defence procurement processes, and DND infrastructure frameworks.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
This position requires knowledge of a language other than French, namely English, as the deliverables are intended for audiences located elsewhere in Canada or internationally.
Bachelor'S or Master's degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada.
Security clearance (or eligibility) at the Secret level or higher.
15 years of experience in infrastructure engineering, with at least 10 years in a defence or government context.
Deep understanding of defence infrastructure requirements, including secure facilities, communications systems, and operational readiness.
Experience with digital infrastructure tools (e.g., BIM, GIS, SCADA).