Engineer in Training to Junior Engineer

Onsite Engineering; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm in British Columbia is seeking an Engineer in Training or Junior P.Eng. The successful candidate will assist with civil engineering projects, focusing on natural resources. Responsibilities include site investigations, report preparation, and fieldwork in various remote locations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and strong communication skills. Competitive salaries range from $60k to $100k based on experience. Flexible work arrangements and significant career advancement opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Career advancement opportunities

Full benefit package

Relocation assistance

Continuous professional development

Responsibilities

• Assist civil and geotechnical engineers across projects.
• Conduct site investigations and bridge inspections.
• Prepare reports and coordinate project drawings.
• Perform field reviews during construction.
• Support project management and contract administration.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Technical analysis and writing

Physical fitness for outdoor work

Planning and organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Geological or Forest Engineering

Eligibility for registration with EGBC as an EIT or P.Eng.

Job description

Company Overview

Onsite Engineering is a mid‑sized consulting engineering and geoscience company with multiple offices across BC. We are a diverse company that provides high quality engineering and geoscience services to government, industry and landowners. We have purposely built our company to allow our senior professionals to do what they do best – top notch technical work. We understand that, as professionals in the engineering field, the work we do builds the places we live, work, and play for generations and we are proud to play our part.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, the successful Engineer in Training or Junior P.Eng. will primarily be involved in civil engineering aspects of natural resources projects. This includes various engineering services from proposal stage through to survey, assessment, design and construction of projects. The successful applicant will have the opportunity for professional development working with a motivated and dynamic team of experienced professionals. Fieldwork is an integral part of this position, and applicants must be prepared for field work including hiking into remote sites in all conditions and the potential for extended duration field shifts and/or camp‑based shifts.

Location

Position open to all primary onsite offices including Courtenay, Campbell River, North Vancouver, Abbotsford, Salmon Arm and Prince George.

Major Job Functions

• Assisting civil engineers and geotechnical engineers in all aspects of their projects, including:
  • Site investigations
  • Bridge inspections
  • Site surveying (total station and RTK GPS)
  • Report preparation
  • Road and crossing design
  • Coordinating project drawings and reports
  • Assisting with field reviews during construction
  • Assisting with project management and/or contract administration

Specific Skills and Knowledge

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business.
• Strong technical analysis and technical writing capabilities.
• Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor work and occasional travel.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to work on numerous projects.
• Willingness to learn and work with limited supervision.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Geological or Forest Engineering.
• Eligible for registration with EGBC as an EIT or P.Eng.

Salary Range

• 1st Year EIT (E1–E2): 60–70k
• 2nd Year EIT (E2): 65–75k
• 3rd Year EIT (E2): 75–85k
• 4th Year EIT (E2–E3): 80–90k
• Junior P.Eng. (E3): $85–$100k

Benefits Summary

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary.
• Great career advancement opportunities.
• A full benefit package including extended health, vision, and dental coverage, and GRSP matching.
• Interesting and diverse project work.
• Relocation assistance.
• Continuous support for growth through both internal and external professional development opportunities.