Engineering Project Technologist/EIT (Design Analyst)

City of Delta; Delta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government in British Columbia is seeking an Engineering Project Technologist/EIT to support municipal infrastructure planning and design. This temporary position offers a competitive salary of $47.62 - $56.27 per hour, alongside a benefits package. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience and strong skills in engineering design. Join a dedicated team to make a difference in the community!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Municipal Pension Plan

Earned-days-off system

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in municipal infrastructure planning and design.
• Strong computer abilities and experience with design software.
• Knowledge of common engineering design and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Review design layouts and technical documents for municipal projects.
• Verify capacity analysis for infrastructure.
• Prepare development-related briefs and reports.

Skills

Municipal infrastructure planning

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Hydraulic modelling software

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Education

Graduation from an Institute of Technology Diploma program

Registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT)

Job description

City of Delta

Engineering Project Technologist/EIT (Design Analyst)

One of the sunniest regions in BC's Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities - Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen. The City of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.

Delta is a vibrant municipality that is rich in soil and water, rich in history and industry, and especially rich in people. Situated in the “delta” of the Fraser River, Delta is home to a population of more than 108,000 residents. With the support of a strong farming and agricultural foundation, we pride ourselves on our past and our sustainable future.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Temporary Full Time Engineering Project Technologist/EIT to join the Engineering department for approximately 18 months. The Engineering Project Technologist/EIT reviews and assists in the long-term planning of municipal infrastructure upgrades that support Delta’s provincially mandated growth target of 3,607 new housing units in the next 5 years. You will work in a supportive team with the opportunity to attain a wide variety of engineering experience. If you have a passion for making a difference, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, with an amazing team, then this opportunity is right for you!

Under the general direction of the Engineering Services Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing design layouts, detail drawings, specifications, technical reports, and construction estimates for development driven municipal infrastructure projects to verify accuracy and conformance to Delta’s bylaws. Reviews will generally be focused on transportation and utility infrastructure including water, sewer, storm, irrigation systems, dikes, and solid waste, as well as urban forestry.
• Verifying capacity analysis reports for water, storm and sanitary infrastructure.
• Reviewing traffic impact analyses and construction traffic management plans.
• Preparing updates to the Bylaws, engineering standards, and assisting with updates.
• Preparing development-related briefs, Council Reports and memos as needed to support the General Manager of Engineering in Council meetings.
• Planning, leading, and participating in meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including recording minutes of meeting.
• Supporting long term utility and transportation master planning and identifying required upgrades based on growth.
• Maintaining effective communication and positive relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts.

Desirable Training and Experience

• The ideal candidate would have a minimum of three years’ experience in municipal infrastructure planning and design and a knowledge of common engineering design and construction practices. Strong computer abilities, attention to detail and accuracy, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required. Experience with hydraulic modelling software, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD would be an asset.
• Graduation from an Institute of Technology Diploma program in an appropriate discipline or registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC plus related experience in municipal engineering.

Required Licences, Certificates and Registrations

• Applied Science Technologist (AScT) with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (or equivalent).
• A valid Class 5 BC driver’s license is required.

The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $47.62 - $56.27 per hour (commensurate with experience) and an excellent benefits package including Municipal Pension Plan as well as an earned-days-off system. Interested applicants are requested to apply online at www.delta.ca/employment, to competition number #25-192 EX by December 9, 2025.

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted. Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets must be submitted with your application. Preferred candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check.