Project Engineer (1 Full-Time & 2 Temporary Full-Time)

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a Project Engineer to manage infrastructure asset management and improvements. The role requires a civil engineering degree, professional registration in Ontario, and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Candidates should possess strong project planning skills and be proficient with software tools like AutoCAD and MS Office. This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth within a respectful and inclusive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Life and accidental insurance

Employee wellness program

Corporate training opportunities

Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• 3-5 years of civil engineering experience including project planning.
• Supervisory experience with technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and direct infrastructure asset management portfolio.
• Support ongoing growth and development projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver engineering solutions.

Skills

Project planning

Civil engineering knowledge

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

SoftDesk

ESRI GIS

Job description

Project Engineer

Our Engineering team has a rewarding opportunity for Project Engineers. Dynamic professionals are invited to join our team.

Overview

Our Engineering Division develops and oversees long‑range planning, design, construction supervision, efficient and sustainable design, and records management for the City’s road infrastructure.

In this role, you will plan, schedule, and direct the City of Thunder Bay’s Infrastructure Asset Management portfolio and infrastructure improvements, while supporting ongoing growth and development projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and direct infrastructure asset management portfolio
• Support ongoing growth and development projects in the City
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality engineering solutions

Ideal Candidate

• Degree in civil engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario
• Three to five years of civil engineering experience, including project planning, design, and construction of municipal infrastructure
• Supervisory experience with technical staff
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidelines, and environmental assessments
• Ability to deliver presentations to a variety of audiences and handle on‑the‑spot questions from senior officials, City Council members, special interest groups, and the media
• Proficient in computer software: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, AutoCAD, SoftDesk, ESRI GIS
• Excellent project/time management, analytical/critical thinking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and matching pension plan (optional for temporary positions)
• Great paid vacation and holidays
• Amazing team environment built on respect & inclusivity
• Strong health benefits coverage for permanent full‑time employees
• Excellent life insurance & accidental death & dismemberment insurance for permanent full‑time employees (2 times annual salary)
• Supportive employee family assistance program (EFAP)
• Inclusive employee wellness program
• Outstanding corporate training & leadership development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.