Civil Engineer - EIT
Join a team that has been partnering with our clients for more than 100 years to improve the quality of life around the world. We operate with the strength of a $7B company paired with the agility of a specialized power and dams group, to deliver some of the most iconic and cutting edge projects around the world. This proud legacy has fostered a culture of innovation and safety, leading our team to design the world’s most impactful power and dam projects vital to both local and global communities.
Whether helping to define microgrids, pushing the boundaries on clean energy or electric grid modernization, you’ll find yourself working with leaders in power delivery, thermal generation, and renewable energy in one of the world’s top 10 design firms, broadening your skills and developing your career.
Your Opportunity
Civil Engineers plan, design, and direct engineering projects such as roads, airports, railroads, bridges, pipelines, tunnels, and water and sewage systems. They assess potential construction sites, check existing structures for upgrades, and create drawings and schematics of projects using computer-aided design (CAD) software. A Career Level 3 Civil Engineer EIT performs engineering work under close supervision requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out a sequence of related civil engineering tasks such as the preparation of simple plans, designs, calculations, costs and bills of material in accordance with established codes, standards and drawings. Applies professional concepts and expands upon learning while performing various phases of engineering work receiving detailed instruction. Join local professional organization.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Use knowledge of general concepts of civil engineering elements through investigation and analysis, to support engineering projects such as roads, airports, railroads, bridges, pipelines, tunnels, and water and sewage systems.
- Perform basic calculations to analyze and design civil system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
- Assist team in preparing civil designs, drawings, specifications, presentations and reports, and gather information to support design decisions.
- Assist in basic interpretation and verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.
- Work with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer.
- Assist the team in providing support services during construction that can include submittal reviews, responses to requests for information and contract document clarifications.
- Perform field work related to construction related activities as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned by senior engineering staff.
- Using electronic maps and geographical information systems (GIS) software to locate power poles and power equipment.
- Field visits to assess power equipment location and conditions.
- Designing distribution and transmission lines and pole structures using specialized software (PLS-CADD).
- Civil design documents for power equipment in substations and power lines including foundations, platforms, transformers, breakers, batteries, power structures and poles.
Education and Experience
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree Engineering with an emphasis in Civil Engineering.
- With zero up to two years of related work experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
- Certification and Licenses
- Employees will be required to comply with all applicable local licensing and/or certification requirements. (note: to be updated to match local requirements).
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.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Indoor (Office Environment) Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting. Noise level varies but generally at levels of conversation. Majority of time spent using computer/laptop at workstation and related office equipment. Time spent carrying, reaching, lifting, bending, pushing and pulling Up to 9 kilograms / 20 pounds Occasional – 1-33% of shift. Subject to extended periods of sitting; may be required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk short to moderate distances to perform work. Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment if required*
Field (Outdoor Environment) Activities are performed in a variety of outdoor work environments that may change regularly based on project requirements. Work environments may include exposure to varying terrain, heights, traffic control/protection, bodies of water, environmental (i.e., animals/plants) or biological contact. Work in an environment where the noise and temperature levels may vary. Time spent carrying, reaching, lifting, bending, pushing and pulling Up to 23 kilograms / 50 pounds Frequent – 34-66% of shift. Subject to some periods of sitting; will be required to stand for moderate lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Requirement to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required*
*Safety Equipment - wear personal protective equipment is required and may include one or all of the following: steel toed shoes/boots, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, coveralls, respirators, etc.