Engineering Technician

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 126,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo in Fort McMurray seeks an Engineering Technician for engineering analysis, design review, and project support within Public Works, Roads. The role requires a diploma in civil/construction engineering and municipal experience.

You will assist in planning, design, surveying, and construction supervision, ensuring cost-effective solutions and compliance. This posting reflects a committed, service-oriented public sector team.

Qualifications

• Diploma in civil/construction/engineering required.
• Three years of civil engineering experience, including municipal design/contract administration.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D; knowledge of SYNCHRO is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, drafting, surveys, and pre-design analysis to move to detailed design.
• Support development of transportation infrastructure planning and implementation.
• Assist traffic studies, drawings, and specifications preparation.
• Review tender documents for completeness and correctness.
• Provide construction supervision and resident engineering services.
• Prepare as-built drawings and project briefs for managers.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Plan reading/interpretation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Team collaboration

Organization

Education

Diploma in civil/construction/engineering

Three years municipal engineering experience

ASET eligibility

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SYNCHRO

Job description

Requisition ID: 3995

Affiliation: CUPE Municipal

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Number of Openings: 1

Bi-weekly Working Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift/Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Department/ Branch: Public Works, Roads

Job Location: Fort McMurray

Pay Level: PL12

Start Rate: $ 51.46

Permanent Rate: $ 60.55 (Permanent rate effective after completion of probation)

COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480

Re-Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 21/08/2026 (Original CUPE closing date: February 15, 2026)

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 30/08/2026

Posting Type: Internal and External

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.

About The Department

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is looking for passionate, skilled and forward-thinking individuals to join our Public Works Department — a team that keeps our region running smoothly every day.

From road maintenance and fleet management to park enhancements and snow clearing, our Public Works team plays a critical role in daily life across the region. We’re seeking a hands-on professional who is committed to public service, enjoys meaningful work and excels in fast-paced environments.

If you take pride in seeing your work in action and want to contribute to a team that powers the municipality—this is your place.

General Description

Under general supervision, the Engineering Technician provides engineering analysis, survey, design, construction supervision, and assists with project management of the Municipality’s engineering works. The incumbent will review and comment on development proposals, design reports, and engineering studies submitted by consultants and other development agencies and ensure municipal and public interests are protected by acting within professional duty of care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and pre-design analysis, drafting, survey, studies, and related work required to proceed to detailed design stage.
• Assist with the development, planning, and implementation of transportation infrastructures.
• Assist with traffic and transportation analysis, research, proposal preparation, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Assist in the preparation of capital and operating budget as needed.
• Assist Engineers on tasks related to in-house design drawings.
• Assist Engineers with surveying tasks as needed.
• Assist with preparation of technical specifications, tender, and construction contract documents suitable for purposes of public tendering and/or award of construction of capital works, operational projects, and local improvements.
• Review submitted tender documents to ensure bids are technically complete and mathematically correct.
• Assist Engineers in reviewing request for proposals or any specific tasks as directed by Engineers.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate for approval, construction related expenditures against municipal capital or operational projects to ensure cost effectiveness, eliminate misuse and duplication of funds, and update project financial status on an ongoing basis.
• Assist in design review as directed by Engineers.
• Provide construction supervision, resident engineering, and engineering inspection services as required.
• Assist the Engineers in construction surveying as needed.
• Conduct deficiency inspections, review and analyze test results, enforce rectification of deficiencies. Provide assistance to senior staff in assessing project readiness for construction completion certificates and final acceptance certificates.
• Assist in the overview of construction projects during the warranty/ maintenance period to ensure that design and construction deficiencies are corrected as required.
• Respond to public complaints, including warranty work.
• Prepare, update, and review for approval as-built drawings and records for all municipal infrastructures.
• Prepare project briefs and engineering reports for the Project/Program Manager or Supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with strong technical report writing skills.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated experience/familiarity or training in computer applications (i.e. Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
• Ability to work well in a team environment and achieve self-set goals and targets with independent initiative.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse range of people, using judgement, tact, and sound decision making skills.

Education And Experience

• Diploma in civil/construction/engineering required.
• Three (3) years of civil engineering experience required, of which two (2) years must be in municipal engineering design, construction, or contract administration.
• Working knowledge with transportation software programs like SYNCHRO will be considered as an asset.
• Eligibility for membership in the Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists (ASET) is required.

Other Requirements

• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.
• A valid Class Five (5) Operator’s License is required as incumbent may be required to operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business use on a regular basis.
• Must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Immunizations are strongly recommended for work in unsanitary or disagreeable conditions.
• The incumbent may be required to work overtime and may be require to undertake standby service.

Safety

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.