Engineering Technologist I Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54623)

Description

The Engineering Technologist I supports the essential design process in Transportation Planning and Design, spanning from initial concept through to as-builts. You will be instrumental in a variety of complex urban roadway design projects, including urban freeways, arterials, and collector roads. These projects cover a broad range, such as roadway paving, rehabilitation, reconstruction, active modes, and widening initiatives. Your contribution is key to the successful and timely completion of vital infrastructure within a team that values a respectful, inclusive, and service-minded approach. Success in this role is directly linked to your ability to deliver results effectively and on schedule.

What will you do?

• Collaborate with the supervising Engineer to review project scope and objectives and participate in field reviews for condition assessments and utility checks
• Participate in planning, organizing, and conducting field investigations and surface utility checks
• Provide essential drafting support to Engineers and senior Technologists
• Utilize Civil 3D to prepare precise plans and graphic information for roadway and other transportation facility designs, ensuring adherence to City of Edmonton Drafting and Design standards
• Assist in creating comprehensive drawings for Rehabilitation and Capital projects through all stages: concept, preliminary development, tender, and final contract plans
• Design elements will include alignment, grade, roadway drainage, signage, and pavement marking, following current roadway design standards
• Prepare plans for limited renewal projects (e.g., overlays) and generate 'as-builts' documentation
• Integrate third-party designs (e.g., streetlighting, traffic signals, drainage, utilities, or adjacent structural projects) into the overall roadway designs
• Prepare estimate plans and complete detailed quantity takeoffs at all project stages
• Review registered and consultant-submitted land plans for accuracy, completeness, and conflict resolution
• Carry out administrative duties related to contract plans and assist with office administrative tasks (e.g., maintaining group assets, plotter)
• Review utility circulation submissions to proactively ensure no conflicts with roadway users
• Champion a healthy and safe work environment, consistently meeting OH&S standards
• Manage database systems (CARDEX) and network drives, including plan retrieval
• Liaise and coordinate with vendors