Engineer in Training, Water and Wastewater
At Stantec, we approach every water and natural resource project we undertake—whether at the local, regional, or watershed level – thoughtfully, and execute it with excellence across all project phases. We partner with our clients to design fit-for-purpose solutions that address their communities’ unique needs throughout the water infrastructure lifecycle. Our experts lead their fields and guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. We’re a place where you can apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on work that’s critical to our clients, our communities, and the industry at large.
Your Opportunity
Stantec’s Calgary Water group is seeking an Engineer-in-Training to join our growing team to help support the Water Business Line. At Stantec, we’re committed to empowering our employees and providing a dynamic work environment that fosters growth and collaboration. When you join our team as an Engineer-in-Training, you’ll benefit from:
Work directly with a larger, multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration and innovative problem-solving,
Collaboration and connection with experienced senior leaders who provide mentorship and guidance to support your professional development and with junior/intermediate peers who provide a strong team network.
Focus on large municipal water and wastewater treatment projects but may also include pump station and industrial water projects. These projects include feasibility studies, conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs, along with on-site construction coordination for ongoing water and wastewater treatment projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Undertake municipal water and wastewater treatment system and pump station planning and design.
- Prepare written technical reports, including design reports and technical memoranda to summarize calculations, economic analyses, and design bases.
- Prepare conceptual and detailed design drawings, calculations, construction specifications, tender documents, applications for approvals, and other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned under the supervision of a senior engineer.
- Prepare presentations for clients and communicate design and task progress with senior engineers and project managers.
- Conduct chemical or process simulation modelling as required.
- Perform field work related to site investigations in support of design work and may include pilot and/or construction related activities.
- Meet with clients, regulators and officials, public, and contractors to review project needs and coordinate field conditions.
- Communicate and coordinate with multiple internal disciplines, CAD technicians, engineers, and project managers related to task activities.
- Deliver individual project tasks following project schedule and budget.
- Supporting Project Managers planning and coordination for multidisciplinary municipal engineering projects
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Basic understanding of general concepts of relevant areas of water and wastewater treatment engineering design (industrial and/or municipal) including process drawings and calculations, water quality (including chemical, physical, and biological parameters), and equipment selection.
- Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and some Access and Project.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking experience.
- Commitment to client satisfaction and the delivery of high-quality work products.
- The ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction.
- Strong interpersonal abilities for working in diverse team environments with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
- Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
- Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
- Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner, both in writing and in person, with clients, employees, and visitors.
Education and Experience
- Must have a bachelor’s in Environmental, Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering field with a strong interest in water/wastewater projects and be a registered APEGA Engineer-in-Training, or ability to obtain within six months.
- Minimum of 0-4 years of experience in engineering analysis and design of water and/or wastewater systems.
- A master’s degree in a relevant field is considered an asset
- Co-op/Internship experience is considered an asset.
- Must have a good driving record and valid Driver's License.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
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.