Engineer-In-Training - Street Light Design

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As the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) for Street Light Design, you will be responsible for designing and managing engineering projects for the streetlight's construction program. Primary duties include:

• Create designs for the construction of new streetlights.
• Project mange the construction of new street light infrastructure (establish cost estimates, coordinate payment with developers, process invoices, create work orders and requisitions, coordinate construction activity with contractors and other city personnel).
• Conduct field inspections at different stages of a project such as concrete pours and visual inspections during construction and final inspections to ensure the site is safe and the new infrastructure is operating properly.
• Manage requests or concerns from citizens, aldermanic offices and other City departments.
• Update tangible capital assets and conduct financial assessment of projects upon completion.
• Assist in the creation of reports or other written documents such as construction tenders and request for proposal documents as required. 

Qualifications 

• A degree in Electrical Engineering and current licensure as an Engineer -in- Training (EIT) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), or licensure by the first day of work.
• A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits, no current suspensions or charges pending, and a personal vehicle for business purposes is required.
• Preference will be given to applicants with coursework or previous experience in streetlight design and construction. 
• Previous project management experience, or experience with traffic operations planning will be considered an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to follow directions; interpret and understand technical information; and efficiently prioritize work will be essential for success in this role.

Pre-employment Requirements 

• A security clearance will be conducted. 
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction. 

Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Mobility 
• Union: CUPE Local 38
• Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 6months)
• Compensation: Pay Grade 10 $44.01 - 58.82 per hour
• Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
• Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
• Location: 2808 Spiller Road SE
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: November 10th, 2026
• Job ID:  315474