Transportation Engineer in Training - Transit and Rail

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, were making an impact around the world.

If youre looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Think of your career as a journey? Come pave the tracks to innovation with our Transit & Rail team and provide revolutionary options for safe, efficient, and affordable transit. Be a part of this changefrom the first mile to the last.

Your Opportunity

Our Transit & Rail team provides comprehensive planning, design, and engineering services for all phases of transit and rail projects. Our Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta offices are currently seeking Transportation Engineers-in-Training who will provide technical services during the design and construction of our extensive portfolio of projects. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who can work in a team environment and want to be involved in exciting local, regional and national projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• With guidance, perform geometric design and 3D modeling on a variety of urban and rural transit, rail, and roadway projects.
• Support development of conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design plans and technical reports.
• Assist with preparation of technical specifications and quantity estimates.
• Assist with the preparation of engineering reports and technical studies, including basic calculations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines including roadways, structural, geotechnical, stormwater, streetlighting, buildings engineering, and others to ensure interdisciplinary design integration.
• Follow applicable standards, quality assurance and quality control procedures during the design process.
• Undertake field reviews and prepare field observation reports to support engineering and construction administration activities.
• Work to meet project timelines and budgets.
• Additional duties may include assisting with project management, pursuits and proposal preparation.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Self-motivated individual with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic understanding of general civil design concepts in relevant areas.
• Basic understanding of modelling software and knowledge of calculations performed by the software or software savvy with aspirations to develop 3D modeling skillset.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must.
• High emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 drivers license.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Previous industry experience is not required. However, experience working in a professional engineering environment would be considered a significant asset.
• Registered as an EIT in the Province of Alberta or ability to obtain within the next 6 months.

While Stantec offers the ability for hybrid working, this position will primarily work in an office setting and may require some field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond whats previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine whats possible.