Engineer-In-Training

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 

Engineer in Training (EIT) positions with the EIT Rotation Program involve work that falls within the infrastructure spectrum of planning, capital construction, and maintenance in the areas of transportation, water and wastewater and solid waste management. As an EIT, you will have an opportunity to develop the 22 engineering competencies, as per the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) through annual placements into EIT rotation positions with participating Business Units. Primary duties include: 

• Apply engineering theory, prepare and check designs or engineering interpretations, and collect, review, create, and analyze technical data and information. 
• Drive to active construction and work sites, develop the ability to recognize limitations in designs, interpretations or recommendations, and apply codes and regulations. 
• Manage personnel and project resources, develop and review tender documents, and monitor budgets. 
• Support or lead condition assessment program delivery, including data collection and validation, data analysis using Excel or ArcGIS and feasibility studies for asset management plans. 
• Research tools and processes related to lifecycle analysis and risk analysis, numerical methods, statistics, costing, data mining, and process simulation to support operational asset management needs. 
• Prepare written technical and benchmarking reports, recommendations, memorandums, and asset management plans; present to management, peers, project partners and the public.

Qualifications 

• A degree in Civil, Chemical, Sustainable Systems or Environmental Engineering and registration as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) by the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) by the first day of work. 
• Those hired prior to graduation from an undergraduate Engineering degree in Civil, Chemical, Sustainable Systems or Environmental Engineering must be registered as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) no later than three months from their start date. 
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or a provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending OR a valid Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending. 
• Use of a personal vehicle for work or reliable transportation to access remote work sites is required. 
• Ability to obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit. 
• Preference will be given to applicants with up to 1 year of post-graduation EIT experience. 
• Experience with contractor management, and project management will be considered an asset. 
• Experience working with utilities, asset management, data collection and analysis, and pipe integrity assessments would be considered an asset.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS and SQL would be considered an asset. 
• Education or experience related to building mechanical systems will be considered an asset. 
• Success in this position requires a strong commitment to continuous learning, an analytical mindset, well-developed communication skills, professionalism, attention to detail, and a focus on problem solving. 

Pre-employment Requirements 

• 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: Capital Planning and Business Services 
• Union: CUPE Local 38 
• Position Type: Up to 7 Temporary positions (Up to 72 months)
• 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: Various Location 
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: October 20th, 2026 
• Job ID: 315421