Municipal Engineer-in-Training

Are you a Design Technologist, EIT, or soon to be graduate who is interested in learning and crafting creative solutions to manage the evolving challenges facing municipalities and regional districts in British Columbia? Do you enjoy working within collaborative environments with high performing teams? Are you interested in working on a diverse range of utility focused projects where no two days are the same while living alongside the stunning mountain landscape and refreshing ocean air of BC's Lower Mainland? If so, we want to hear from you as we have opportunities for Design Technologists and Engineers to join our Langley and Burnaby offices.

A Little About Us

ISL is comprised of just over 600 employees comprised of award-winning engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and supporting teams that work together to deliver infrastructure, minimizing environmental impact and maximizing benefit to the community. As One ISL, we deliver infrastructure solutions that enrich lives, foster resilience and create lasting value for our communities, clients, partners and employees. At ISL, ambition is rewarded, opportunities are plentiful, and we value Integrity, Unity, Excellence and Curiosity.

Learn more about our work by visiting us on Instagram (@islengineering), LinkedIn and feel free to join our ISL newsletter on LinkedIn: Inside ISL.

More about what we do:

• We deliver on a variety of multidisciplinary projects.
• We have extensive expertise – We have a variety of expertise and are comprised of five sectors specializing in Transportation, Municipal and Community, Bridges, Building and Structures and Land and Environment. Learn more about our areas of practice.
• We are award winning and recognized in industry – Visit our #ISLLife blog and learn more.

ISL's Lower Mainland's Municipal Team is made up of just over 40 people that support a variety of infrastructure projects throughout BC with a focus on supporting a variety of clients such as local municipalities, government agencies, architects, and developers. Our team is part of ISL's much larger Municipal & Community Sector Based Team spanning across Western Canada.  We have expertise in infrastructure planning, stormwater management, pumping stations and reservoirs, linear infrastructure for collection and distribution, and water and wastewater treatment.

In BC, the Lower Mainland Municipal Team works closely with project managers from all of ISL's BC offices to deliver infrastructure planning, design, and construction of municipal projects. When you join the Lower Mainland Municipal Team you can expect:

• Variety of work: At ISL, we take pride in our ability to be nimble and pursue a variety of projects. As a result, every day brings a new set of opportunities to learn new things and think outside the box to find innovative solutions to problems.
• Mentorship: Our team consists of junior and intermediate engineers that started at ISL early in their careers and have since been mentored by senior engineers into advancing in their roles and expanding their responsibilities.
• Collaborative & challenging work: Many municipal projects consist of collaboration with multiple disciplines and offices for which the municipal infrastructure team is relied upon. As such, junior members of the team are empowered to grow in both their technical and leadership skills with support from intermediate and senior staff.
• Fun, Flexibility & Hybrid Work Environment: Culture is key, and we foster a strong team culture in multiple ways. Having fun is literally written into our strategic plan and we walk the talk. We understand the dynamic nature of work and personal life, so we offer a hybrid work environment to help facilitate success in both.

A Little About You

Your cover letter must demonstrate:

• Your interest in ISL and municipal utility systems.
• Your work ethic and learning style.

Your resume should show us:

• Graduate of an accredited Engineering Design Technology, or a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with ASTTBC or EGBC.
• The number of years of experience that you have working in the municipal engineering discipline, working with MMCD design guidelines/standards and construction best practices.
• Proficiency with design software including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Auto Turn, MS Office Site, Bluebeam.

Bonus points for:

• Experience with design and/or construction experience with water, wastewater, and stormwater conveyance and management systems.
• Familiarity and/or experience with BC Municipal Design Standards (such as MMCD).
• Experience with PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM and other hydraulic modelling software.
• Proposal writing experience.

A Little More About the Role

Our Lower Mainland Team operates out of both our Langley and Burnaby offices and offers the successful candidate(s) the opportunity to not only develop their skills with an organization that impacts local communities and lives, but also the ability to work on projects out of town and within remote areas of Canada's most beautiful locales. In your pre-hire questionnaire, please indicate whether you are interested in Langley, Burnaby or both locations

The successful applicant(s) will have a get it done attitude, an ability and willingness to learn and support projects at a technical level as required for project success. Your primary responsibilities as a utility focused designer will include:

• Developing designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other computer-aided drafting programs.
• Preparing engineering base plans, designs, drawings, and cost estimates for municipal engineering projects (water, wastewater, and storm water management).
• Producing design calculations and analysis for water, storm water and sanitary sewer collection systems.
• Assisting in preparing engineering and construction tender documents and contracts.
• Providing design and construction services for a variety of project types.
• Inspecting construction of municipal engineering projects.
• Providing input into project budgeting and scheduling.
• Coordinating with clients, contractors, and third-party stakeholders to facilitate project requirements.
• Collaborating with internal and external project team members and stakeholders.

What ISL Offers

We value you for your contributions and want to ensure that your personal success is intertwined with your professional success. Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial and spiritual wellbeing which is why our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Depending on your experience level, the salary range (based on a 40-hour work week) is:

• $65,000 - $95,000 annually

Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide:

• Hybrid model of work with flexibility to travel and work from over 16 offices across Western Canada.
• Immediate Employer paid benefits upon commencement including health, dental and extensive paramedical services.
• Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.
• Group RRSP with employer matching opportunities.
• Competitive annual bonus incentives.
• Paid professional development opportunities and memberships.
• Parental leave top ups.
• 24/7/365 Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Service Recognition Awards.
• An excellent onboarding and mentorship plan to set you up for success.

Location

ISL is proudly located in over 16 offices across Western Canada. This position will be located in:

• Langley & Burnaby, BC (Lower Mainland)