Engineering Technologist

Municipal World Inc.; Amherstburg; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Amherstburg is seeking an Engineering Technologist to support municipal infrastructure projects, review designs, and prepare cost estimates. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree or technologist diploma, and professional designation or eligibility.

Minimum of three years of relevant experience and a valid Ontario Class G driver’s license are required. The Town offers a stable municipal environment and opportunities to contribute to critical infrastructure programs.

Qualifications

• Education: University degree or 3-year Technologist Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional designation: P.Eng. or CET or equivalent combination.
• Experience: minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of OHSA, Highway Traffic Act and related legislation.
• Driver's license Ontario Class G is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing present and future municipal infrastructure needs.
• Prepare cost estimates, reports and contract documents.
• Review design plans and oversee utility installations.
• Assist in evaluating development plans and reports.
• Administer and provide inspection on in-house engineering projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Planning

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Design supervision

Contract management

Legislation knowledge

Drainage Act familiarity

Core competencies

MS Office proficiency

AutoCAD

Hydraulic modeling software

Ontario G driver’s license

Education

University degree in Civil Engineering

Three-year Technologist Diploma in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. (Professional Engineer)

C.E.T. (Certified Engineering Technologist)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Storm/water/sanitary modeling software

Job description

Engineering Technologist

Amherstburg's rich history, beautiful landscape, state of the art recreation complex and exciting festivals and events provide an engaging, healthy lifestyle to its residents. With a population of approximately 27,000, the Town has conveniences found only in much larger communities without compromising its small-town charm. The Town is a premiere waterfront community that boasts panoramic views of the Detroit River from the Fort Malden National Historic Site, with the bustling Windsor/Detroit border crossing a twenty‑minute drive away. Heritage homes, national historic sites, businesses and parks are some of the winning components.The Town of Amherstburg is currently recruiting for a dedicated, detail‑oriented professional to fill the current vacancy for the permanent, full‑time position of Engineering Technologist.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering the Engineering Technologist performs engineering functions in support of the department including assisting in establishing present and future infrastructure needs for the municipality, preparing cost estimates, reports and contract documents, reviewing design plans, overseeing utility installations within the Town, assisting in the evaluation of development plans and reports, and administering and providing inspection on in‑house engineering projects.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education:

• Post Secondary Education including a University degree or three (3) year Technologist Diploma in Civil Engineering, or a program deemed equivalent.

Professional Designation:

• Licensed by Professional Engineers Ontario as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible, or as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience and or a combination of training, education and experience deemed equivalent.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, communication, planning, presentation and problem solving skills;
• Ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff and elected officials, developers, consultants, contractors, government agencies and the public;
• Excellent skills in the design, supervision and contract management of municipal infrastructure;
• Knowledge of related legislation such as the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, and other applicable legislation.
• Knowledge of Drainage Act and Class Environmental Assessments, considered an asset.
• Ability to critically assess options within the context of applicable legislation and Town policies to guide sound decisions;
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, teamwork, initiative/self‑management, accountability, flexibility and adaptability;
• Proficiency utilizing MS Office software applications and adaptability to program specific software, civil engineering design software (AutoCAD), and familiarity with storm, water and sanitary modeling software; and
• Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ driver’s license

Terms

Work is conducted in an office and outdoor environment in all weather conditions. Hours of work are 37.5 per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime and evening and off‑site meetings as required. Attendance at Council meetings may be required. Occasional lifting up to 10 kg. The 2026 salary range for this position is $81,983 to $102, 479. The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an interview, please advise if you require accommodation. Our hiring processes do not include the use of artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and will be used solely for the purpose of candidate selection.