Development Engineer in Training (EIT) Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 55810)

Description

Are you a driven Engineer in Training (EIT) eager to build your career and help shape the future of a growing city? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can develop your technical expertise, project coordination, and negotiation skills under professional mentorship? If so, the City of Edmonton has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an EIT – Development Engineering.

Reporting to the Senior Development Engineer, you will play an integral role in supporting the development and servicing of new land and infill developments between the City of Edmonton and the private development industry. Working closely with Professional Engineers (P.Eng.), you will gain hands-on experience influencing many aspects of the land development process—from initial planning and engineering design reviews to financial cost-sharing mechanisms and contract administration.

Come be a part of our team and help us build a vibrant, connected, and prosperous Edmonton for all while working toward your P.Eng. designation!

What will you do?

• Under the supervision and mentorship of Professional Engineers, you will:
• Support the negotiation, preparation, and administration of multi-million dollar infill servicing agreements with developers on behalf of the City and private utility companies
• Analyze and review professional engineering drawings under mentorship to ensure compliance with conditions of subdivision approval and City Design and Construction Standards
• Participate in and support pre-circulation meetings to help align requirements from various approval agencies prior to drawing circulation
• Process, track, and manage projects and engineering submissions through online platforms (ePlan and eServices)
• Assist in analyzing municipal infrastructure cost-sharing mechanisms, including learning the practical application of development levies such as Arterial Roadway Assessments (ARAs) and Permanent Area Contributions (PACs)
• Serve as a secondary point of contact for routine inquiries regarding servicing, levies, and land development requirements from developers, consultants, and internal partners
• Assist in reviewing and processing Construction Completion Certificates (CCC) and Final Acceptance Certificates (FAC) for developer-built infrastructure
• Support process improvement initiatives, research best practices for corporate policies, and perform additional related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Must be registered as an Engineer in Training (EIT) with APEGA (in good standing) and working towards a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation

Skills required for success:

• Regulatory & Technical Knowledge: Foundational understanding of APEGA guidelines, municipal standards, contract law, and reading civil engineering drawings
• Clear Communication: Ability to translate complex engineering concepts into clear verbal and written information for non-technical Community partners
• Collaborative & Customer-Focused: Strong teamwork, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills tailored to supporting Edmonton's municipal development
• Problem-Solving & Organization: Analytical mindset with the detail-oriented organizational ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with guidance
• 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 permanent full-time position and 1 temporary full-time position for up to 18 months
• Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Salary: $35.60 - $43.271 (Hourly); $74,332.80 - $90,349.85 (Annually)
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent)
• Applicants will be required to arrange their own transportation and where appropriate will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the applicant to obtain business use auto insurance

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 (EIT)
Posting Date: Aug 06, 2026
Closing Date: Aug 13, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 2 - Permanent and Temporary Positions Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Urban Planning and Economy
Work Location(s): 7th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4

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