Transportation Project Engineer-in-Training

We are looking for a Transportation Project Engineer-in-Training to join our Urban Strategies team! You'll be part of a team that's shaping the future of how Edmontonians move, work, and live. If you're passionate about creating a sustainable and equitable city and have a vision for what urban mobility can be, we want to hear from you. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on our city as we grow to a community of 2 million people.

As a Transportation Project EIT, you will be at the forefront of integrating transportation and land use planning to achieve goals outlined in the City Plan. You will play a key role in developing transportation policy and analyzing the city's mobility projects such as The Urban Freight Goods Movement Strategy, Modal Priority Networks and Edmonton’s mass transit network. Working with a diverse team of professionals, you will provide your engineering expertise to ensure that Edmonton's growth is smart, sustainable, and serves all its citizens. This position requires a creative and analytical mind that can navigate the complexities of city-building and advocate for innovative mobility solutions. You will be a key contributor to The City Plan, helping to shape a more connected and accessible Edmonton for generations to come!

What will you do?

• Under the direct supervision of the Senior Engineer, you will:
• Support the development of complex, strategic engineering studies for the planning and assessment of the city's multi-modal transportation network
• Develop, manage, and analyze transportation network geospatial data and create network maps using ArcGIS
• Provide initial reviews of engineering design drawings and technical reports from a policy perspective
• Collect data, set up models and interpret transportation demand model outputs from software like EMME, Synchro, or VISSIM
• Apply municipal, provincial, national, and international engineering design guidelines and standards to your work
• Lead and manage smaller-scale mobility studies and tasks, including preparing project charters, budgets, and schedules
• Collaborate with internal and external Community Partners, collaborate with external consultants on a variety of projects and workflows
• Prepare engagement materials and facilitate engagement sessions
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other City departments, consultants, and Community Partner groups
• Assist in drafting council reports, presentations, and other official documents
• Represent the section and branch at meetings with internal and external Community Partners
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Civil Engineering with coursework in Transportation Engineering or Transportation Planning
• Membership with APEGA as Engineer-in-Training (EIT) and working towards a P.Eng is a requirement. Registration with APEGA must be obtained prior to commencement of employment

Skills required for success

• Technical Expertise in Transportation and Planning: Required knowledge of transportation engineering principles and practices, including the ability to apply engineering principles related to land use and transportation planning, transit planning, traffic operations, and transportation design
• Professional and Regulatory Adherence: A deep understanding of and adherence to all APEGA regulations and standards is essential
• Communication and Influence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are necessary to collaborate, present materials, and influence others toward a shared vision and goals
• Teamwork and Problem-Solving: Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills are needed to build effective working relationships and positively handle conflicts, along with the proven ability to think strategically, research, and analyze complex technical issues for innovative solutions
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• This position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off)
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

Conditions of employment

• Up to: 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months
• Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Salary: $35.60 - $43.271 (Hourly)

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Recruitment Consultant: AS/SB

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Classification Title: Engineer in Training
Posting Date: Sep 18, 2026
Closing Date: Sep 28, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Urban Planning and Economy
Work Location(s): 8th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4