Engineering Technologist - Development (2025-17)

Mission; Mission; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Engineering Technologist to join their dynamic Engineering & Public Works Department. In this role, you will act as a liaison, reviewing land development applications and ensuring compliance with engineering service requirements. Your expertise in civil engineering design and strong communication skills will be crucial in collaborating with various stakeholders. This position offers a competitive hourly rate, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment that values innovation and problem-solving. If you are passionate about municipal engineering and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Municipal Pension Plan

Extra Day Off Every Two Weeks

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in municipal engineering or development planning.
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering designs and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review and process land development applications related to engineering.
• Oversee implementation of engineering service requirements with planning staff.

Skills

Mapping Plans Interpretation

Drainage Design Calculations

Sanitary Design Calculations

Water Design Calculations

Technical Report Writing

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Computerized Mapping Software

Drafting Software

Design Software

Job description

• Full-time
• Department: Engineering & Public Works
• Vacancy Status: Full-Time

Company Description

Mission is located on the unceded, ancestral, and shared territory of the Stó:lō Peoples, specifically on Leq’á:mel, Semá:th, Máthexwi, Kwantlen, Sq’éwlets, and Katzie traditional territories in the lower mainland of BC. Nestled on the southern coastal mountain slopes overlooking the lush Fraser River Valley, Mission is a rapidly growing and dynamic community of approximately 41,500 residents, 20 kilometers north of the US border and 70 kilometers east of Vancouver. Although Mission is part of a broader metropolitan area, it still maintains its distinct and welcoming small-town flavor.

Job Description

When you look at an upcoming subdivision, do you mentally envision the engineering service requirements and the best placements for these? Do you see yourself administering bylaws and overseeing compliance? If so, you may be the person we are looking for!

The Engineering & Public Works Department is looking for a detail oriented, technically sound individual to act as a liaison between the Development Services and Engineering & Public Works departments.

The work includes reviewing and processing land development applications as they relate to engineering service requirements, and overseeing the implementation of those requirements in collaboration with planning staff, the Approving Officer, developers and their consulting engineers. Additionally, you will be providing assistance with all permit applications including soil permitting.

We are seeking an experienced technologist who has the ability to:

• read and interpret mapping plans, designs and specifications related to civil engineering;
• review and/or complete Drainage, Sanitary, and Water design calculations;
• pay close attention to detail and be precise and accurate;
• communicate ideas and solutions clearly and concisely orally and in writing; and
• write accurate and grammatically correct technical reports for a non-technical audience.

Along with an aptitude for problem solving and innovation, you should enjoy taking a methodical approach to your work, analyzing data, finding innovative solutions to problems and working with computerized mapping, drafting, design software and related computer applications.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for an Engineering Technologist 1 will have a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or recognized academic equivalent, and a minimum of three years of experience in a municipal engineering or development planning environment.

The ideal candidate for an Engineering Technologist 2 will have a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or recognized academic equivalent, and a minimum of five years’ experience in a municipal engineering or development planning environment or recognized equivalent including experience coordinating tasks with external agencies.

Considerable knowledge in municipal engineering design principles, methods and techniques and applied mathematics along with knowledge and understanding of provincial legislation, municipal bylaws and policies relating to land use are necessary for success in this role.

The position will be filled at the Engineering Technologist 1 or 2 level, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

The 2025 hourly rate of pay for Engineering Technologist 1 is $52.70 and for Engineering Technologist 2 is $56.18, plus a comprehensive benefits package including the Municipal Pension Plan. The hours of work for this position are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm from Monday to Friday working a nine-day fortnight (one extra day off every two weeks).