Engineer, Structural

EPCOR Utilities Inc.; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral reward program: $1500

Job summary

EPCOR Utilities Inc. in Edmonton, Alberta seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to design, assess, and deliver critical wastewater infrastructure projects.

You will lead structural analyses, review designs, and guide staff to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with EPCOR and APEGA standards. The role reports to the Manager, Engineering Design Services and is based at the Rossdale Water Treatment Plant, offering a challenging, asset-focused opportunity to influence municipal infrastructure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in Structural Engineering.
• Master’s degree in Structural or Geotechnical Engineering is an asset.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in municipal/ drainage infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta Building Code and CSA standards.
• Experience with structural analysis and FEA (steel, concrete, wood).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D; S-Frame/STAAD experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of structural engineering services for assets and projects.
• Provide technical oversight of designs, calculations, drawings, and reports.
• Mentor engineers, technologists, and contractors; support staff development.
• Develop and review structural designs and construction documentation.
• Represent EPCOR as technical expert in discussions with stakeholders.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Leadership

Mentoring

Project oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural or Geotechnical Engineering

P.Eng. with APEGA

Tools

S-Frame

STAAD

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Job description

Organization EUI, Water Services, Engineering & Technical Services

JobID 16698

Location Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Closing Date Sep 4, 2026

Weekly Hours of Work 40

Business Unit Water Services

About us Department Description

EPCOR Water Services provides water treatment and delivery and wastewater collection and treatment to Edmonton residents and water service to regional customers. The planning, building, operating and maintenance of the plants, reservoirs, pipes, tunnels, pump stations and stormwater management facilities is facilitated by more than 1300 employees working on all aspects of the water cycle. If you're looking for new opportunities, people who care and work that matters,

Highlights of the job

We are hiring a f ull Time, p ermanent Structural Engineer position working out of the Rossdale Water Treatment Plant in Edmonton, Alberta.

As a Structural Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, assessment, and delivery of critical wastewater infrastructure projects that support the communities we serve. Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Design Services, you will provide structural engineering expertise for l inear a ssets throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and design through construction support. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you'll help develop innovative, compliant, and cost-effective solutions while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

What you’d be responsible for

• Contribute to Linear Asset Engineering plans and strategic priorities by developing and delivering short- and long-term engineering initiatives that align with business objectives and support collaboration across teams and stakeholders.
• Lead and oversee the delivery of structural engineering services, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and timely results that support project commitments, operational needs, and long-term asset performance.
• Act as the senior technical authority for structural engineering, providing leadership, mentoring, and technical direction to engineers, technologists, consultants, and contractors while supporting staff development and organizational capability.
• Provide technical oversight and review of engineering designs, calculations, drawings, reports, and submissions prepared by internal teams, consultants, developers, and other third parties to ensure technical integrity, consistency, and compliance with EPCOR and APEGA requirements.
• Review, authenticate, and approve engineering work in accordance with APEGA standards and maintain accountability for engineering decisions affecting EPCOR assets.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of engineering standards, specifications, guidelines, procedures, and quality assurance programs to promote technical excellence and asset reliability.
• Develop and review structural designs, finite element models, engineering analyses, geotechnical assessments, and construction documentation, ensuring solutions are safe, cost-effective, constructible, and compliant with applicable codes and standards.
• Evaluate and approve consultant submissions, technical reports, methodologies, materials, products, and emerging technologies, applying sound engineering judgment to support asset management and infrastructure performance objectives.
• Represent EPCOR as a technical expert in discussions with developers, consultants, utilities, regulators, and infrastructure owners, providing advice on complex technical, operational, regulatory, financial, and reputational matters.
• Provide technical expertise for crossing agreements, infrastructure protection initiatives, and risk-based engineering decisions that support the long-term reliability and resilience of EPCOR assets.
• Lead the planning, prioritization, coordination, and delegation of structural engineering work to ensure resources are effectively utilized and aligned with strategic, operational, and project requirements.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and knowledge sharing through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and the transfer of specialized engineering expertise.
• Provide engineering governance and stewardship for structural engineering practices, ensuring the consistent application of sound engineering principles, effective management of technical risk, and protection of EPCOR's infrastructure assets.

What’s required to be successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering; a Master’s degree in Structural or Geotechnical Engineering is considered an asset.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, including complex structural and geotechnical design for municipal and drainage infrastructure such as pump stations, lift stations, outfalls, and related assets.
• Strong knowledge of the Alberta Building Code, Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Code, applicable CSA standards (A23.3, S16, S6, O86), and municipal bylaws.
• Extensive experience in structural analysis, computer modeling, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA), including steel, concrete, and wood design using both software-based and manual methods.
• Proven expertise in municipal infrastructure design, rehabilitation techniques, construction methodologies, contract administration, and cost estimating.
• Working knowledge of trenchless construction technologies and their application to sewer and drainage infrastructure.
• Familiarity with fluid mechanics, hydraulics, pump selection and design, pipe and open channel flow, stormwater management, low impact development (LID), slope stability, erosion and sediment control, and earth load analysis for underground infrastructure is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ProjectWise, and structural analysis software such as S-Frame and STAAD.
• Experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD 3D is considered an asset.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: PROF

Hours of work: 80 hours bi-weekly

The role is eligible for EPCOR’s Employee Referral Reward Program, which offers a $ 1500 reward for successful referrals.

To qualify for the referral reward:

• The referred candidate must mention the referring employee’s name at the time of application.
• The referral must be documented during the recruitment process and prior to the candidate being hired.

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance is required on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• P rior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file .
• If you are required to provide your own personal reliable vehicle : Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.
• Use of AI: Our recruitment process may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence, to support application screening and certain assessment steps. All recruitment activities, including hiring decisions, are led by our hiring managers and talent acquisition team.