Junior Bridge Engineer

Collage; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Mentorship and coaching

RRSP matching

Job summary

LEX3 Engineering is seeking a Junior Bridge Engineer to join our Calgary team. You will be involved across the full life cycle of bridge projects—from pursuits and inspections through design and construction administration—working with experienced engineers who mentor your growth.

You’ll collaborate with design and drafting teams to develop practical solutions, contribute to field activities, and build technical depth early in your career in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or closely related discipline from a Canadian-accredited program or equivalent recognized for APEGA.
• Registered with APEGA as an Engineer‑in‑Training (E.I.T.), or eligible to register.
• 0–4 years of structural engineering experience; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada and able to work from Calgary office.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and transportation for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bridge and transportation projects with support from experienced staff.
• Assist in assessment and design of replacement/rehabilitation of bridges and structures.
• Participate in inspections, field reviews, and construction supervision.
• Support hydrotechnical analysis and liaise with design teams.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelors in civil engineering

E.I.T. with APEGA

Job description

LEX3 is looking for a curious, motivated, and practically minded Junior Bridge Engineer to join our Bridge Engineering Team and grow with us through hands‑on involvement in meaningful infrastructure projects. In this role, you will gain exposure to the full life cycle of bridge work—from project pursuits and inspections through assessment, design, construction administration, and construction completion. You will work alongside experienced bridge engineers who are invested in your development, while also being given opportunities to take ownership, solve real project challenges, and see the impact of your contributions in the built environment. Our project work spans inspection, assessment, design, construction supervision, and contract administration of bridge‑size culverts, major bridges, and broader transportation infrastructure assignments, offering an excellent opportunity to build technical depth, practical judgment, and confidence early in your career.

In this role, you can expect to build experience in areas such as:

• Coordinating bridge and transportation infrastructure projects with support from experienced staff
• Contributing to the assessment and design of replacement and rehabilitation of bridges and transportation structures
• Participating in inspections, field reviews, construction supervision assignments
• Supporting hydrotechnical analysis
• Liaising with design and interdisciplinary teams
• Working closely with design and drafting teams to develop practical engineering solutions
• Preparing technical reports, drawings, specifications, and construction contract documentsSupporting construction contract administration and gaining first‑hand exposure to how designs are delivered in the field

Our successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, Applied Sciences, or a closely related engineering discipline from a Canadian‑accredited engineering program, or an equivalent degree recognized for APEGA registration.
• Registered with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) as an Engineer‑in‑Training (E.I.T.), or eligible to register as an E.I.T. upon employment.
• 0 to 4 years of structural engineering experience. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada and able to work from LEX3’s Calgary office within the requirements of the position.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and access to transportation for site visits.

Time Commitment / Term

This is a full time, permanent position (40 hours per week).

Location

The position is required in our Calgary office. Our flexible work environment allows employees to work from home up to two days per week if preferred.

About LEX3

LEX3 Engineering is a growing and dynamic structural engineering consulting firm offering services to the bridges, buildings and industrial sectors. Our structural engineering solutions range from buildings to bridges, civil infrastructure, and retaining structures. Big, small, and everything in between. The more complex, the better. Check out some of our projects here.

We collaborate across offices in Calgary, Edmonton, and Red Deer on projects around Alberta and beyond. Our offices are purposefully located in the cultural and economic cores of the communities we call home.

Wholeheartedly, we believe our teammates drive the success of our clients and our company. We take pride in providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment, empowering our staff to learn and grow as we progress in our careers. We want to work with people that share our commitment to delivering projects that both we and our clients can be proud of.

What’s it like to work at LEX3 Engineering?

• We get to know you. At LEX3, you’re not a numbered employee. We’re a small team and we work together across all of our offices. See who you’ll work with here. Mentorship and coaching is embedded in everything we do. Our growth philosophy is developing talent within the team, and we truly love to see everyone succeed.
• Work-life balance is important. Everyone belongs in a family outside of LEX3, and we encourage balance with vacation time, scheduling accommodations, parental leave, and hybrid work environments. We genuinely want our teammates to succeed inside and outside office hours.
• Engineering is a serious profession, but we balance that with a lot of fun. We gather all offices together in person a couple times per year, and there’s often something social in the works within every office. Fun spans a wide range at LEX3, whether it’s sharing a meal, playing darts after work, celebrating teammates’ milestones, organizing a sports team, or even Type 2 fun in the mountains.
• Competitive salaries. Above-industry-average compensation based on current APEGA industry benchmarks.
• Holistic wellness. Comprehensive benefit package including coverage for a variety of healthcare practitioners, plus a health and wellness spending account.
• Helping you plan ahead. Generous RRSP matching program – up to 5% of your annual salary.
• Growing with you. Professional development opportunities aligned with your unique career aspirations.
• Happy holidays, every year. Paid time off for the last week of the calendar year.

Next Steps

We look forward to reviewing your application, and will contact selected applicants to learn more about you and your professional experience. Thanks for your interest in joining the LEX3 Engineering team.