Junior Civil Engineer (EIT)

McElhanney Ltd.; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Health & dental coverage

RRSP matching

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Professional development

Job summary

McElhanney Ltd. invites a Junior Civil Engineer (Engineer-In-Training) to join the Terrace-Kitimat Engineering Team in Kitimat, BC. You’ll contribute to municipal infrastructure, utilities, and land development projects while gaining mentorship from BC-registered professionals.

You will develop technical design, coordination, and construction administration skills in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment with strong growth opportunities in Northern British Columbia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from an accredited program.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) registration in BC or eligibility to be registered.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide design support for municipal infrastructure, road works, utilities and land development projects.
• Perform field inspections to monitor quality and progress of infrastructure projects.
• Assist in preparing tender documents and drawings.
• Develop site health and safety plans and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with geomatics, materials testing, and structural teams to support project execution.
• Help manage schedules, budgets, and quality control for projects.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

The Opportunity

McElhanney has an opportunity for a Junior Civil Engineer (Engineer-In-Training) to join our Engineering team in Kitimat, BC. In this role, you will provide innovative and integrated consulting services to our public and private sector clients while supporting a variety of municipal infrastructure, utility, transportation, and land development projects.

McElhanney has industry-leading professionals and mentors, and a culture that fosters growing future leaders. Join a firm with big company opportunities and a small company feel, where you'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and gain exposure to projects across Northern British Columbia.

This role is ideal for an Engineer-in-Training looking to develop technical design, project coordination, and construction administration experience while working alongside experienced professionals.

Live, Work and Play in Kitimat

The successful candidate will be part of our Terrace-Kitimat Engineering Team. Kitimat offers a close-knit community with exceptional access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, skiing, and world-class wilderness experiences. Surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, the community combines a high quality of life with strong economic opportunities driven by major industrial and infrastructure developments in the region.

What You’ll Do

• Provide design support for various infrastructure and land development projects including municipal engineering, road works, utility, and facility upgrades.
• Complete field inspections to monitor the quality and progress of the work being performed on various infrastructure projects including municipal engineering, road works, utility and facility upgrades.
• Assist in the preparation of tender and contract documents and drawings.
• Prepare and adhere to site-specific health and safety plans.
• Provide support to other departments (geomatics, materials testing, and structural engineering) to learn about and develop a holistic approach to project execution.
• Work with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are achieved and maintained.
• You will be directly supervised by a professional (P.Eng.) registered in BC.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• 1–5 years of relevant experience.
• Construction monitoring or field experience is an asset, but not required.
• Registration in good standing as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) in British Columbia, or eligibility to be registered.
• Proficiency in the application of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• High productivity, attention to detail, effective verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work well in a team environment.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $110,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Work-Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments. Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.
• Compensation: Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan.
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for dues, educational assistance, mentorship program, workshops, and committee involvement.
• Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals.
• Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable.

This role is designated as safety sensitive position.