Engineer-in-Training

City of Richmond; Richmond; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Compressed work day

Job summary

The City of Richmond is seeking an Engineer-in-Training to gain practical experience toward a Professional Engineering designation. You will rotate through Engineering Design and Construction, Planning, Transportation, Public Works, Sustainability and District Energy, supporting capital projects and asset management.

Responsibilities include project management, design reviews, contract administration, site inspections, and coordination with consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Previous work experience in a Civil, Electrical, Transportation or Mechanical Engineering setting is preferred.
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia.
• Must be eligible for registration as an EIT with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC).

Responsibilities

• Providing project management and contract administration on Capital and other projects.
• Inspecting projects for accuracy and completion.
• Performing detailed engineering design.
• Performing functional engineering design for capital projects.
• Providing planning support particularly for capital projects.
• Communicating and corresponding with consultants, private and City contractors, private utility owners and regulatory agencies.
• Reviewing consulting engineer’s designs and reports.
• Providing technical assistance to other City divisions.
• Liaising with other City Divisions and the public.

Skills

Teamwork

Quick learning

Communication skills

MS Office

REDMS usage

Police check clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The City of Richmond is a diverse and dynamic community in pursuit of our vision to be the most appealing, livable and well-managed community in Canada.
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Imagine a career with the City of Richmond, a dynamic environment for growth and continuous improvement, fostered by our collective strengths and creativity. We are a vibrant, diverse cosmopolitan city, supported by a strong economy and recognized as leaders in innovation and service delivery excellence. The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a goal that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people. This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community.

Engineer-in-Training

2026-0282
Overview
This position will provide practical experience towards achievement of a Professional Engineering designation by providing opportunities to contribute to the Engineering and Public Works Division and the Transportation department.
Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing project management and contract administration on Capital and other projects.
• Inspecting projects for accuracy and completion.
• Performing detailed engineering design.
• Performing functional engineering design for capital projects.
• Providing planning support particularly for capital projects.
• Communicating and corresponding with consultants, private and City contractors, private utility owners and regulatory agencies.
• Reviewing consulting engineer’s designs and reports.
• Providing technical assistance to other City divisions.
• Liaising with other City Divisions and the public.

The Engineer in Training areas of responsibility includes varying levels of responsibility associated with the current Engineering and Public Works or Transportation Planning work program. The EIT rotates through the various departments including Engineering Design and Construction, Engineering Planning, Transportation, Public Works, Sustainability and District Energy, and Capital Buildings. Highlights of which are summarized below:

• Utility Capital projects ranging in value from $100,000 to $10M;
• Transportation Capital projects;
• Building Capital projects;
• Public Works operations projects; and
• District energy infrastructure development, including coordinating with private developers for district energy utility connections.
• Procurement of consultant and contractor services.
• Assist in administering and maintaining engineering specifications, procedures and bylaws.
• Asset management and long-term planning of City infrastructure, including water, sanitary, roads, drainage, dikes and buildings.
• Review development applications and servicing agreements and administer legal agreements.
• Review of engineering studies.
• Perform site examinations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to quickly learn new procedures and techniques.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts over the phone and in person.
• Skill in written and oral communication skills.
• Skill in the use of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to apply computer applications to engineering projects.
• Ability to use REDMS or a similar records management system.
• Ability to successfully clear a Police Information Check.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Previous work experience in a Civil, Electrical, Transportation or Mechanical Engineering setting is preferred.
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia.
• Must be eligible for registration as an EIT with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC).

Working Conditions:
Duties are mostly performed in an office environment, with some construction site visits and inspections. Some field work may be required.
The City of Richmond offers a competitive pay and benefits program, attractive incentives and a compressed work day schedule.