Civil Engineer in Training

Civil Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.)

True North Engineering Ltd.

Sherwood Park, Alberta | Full-time, permanent

$68,000 to $85,000 base, commensurate with experience

Firm Overview

True North Engineering Ltd. is a civil engineering consulting firm in Sherwood Park, Alberta, serving municipal, commercial, and infrastructure clients across the province with primarily civil and structural services. The firm is owner-led and adding an Engineer-in-Training in a long-term role.

Role Description

This is a hands-on role working directly with the principal Professional Engineer, with full exposure to the project lifecycle from scoping through closeout. The successful candidate will contribute to design and assessment work, conduct site supervision, and participate in client meetings under the principal’s review and mentorship. Work split is approximately 60 to 70 percent office and 30 to 40 percent field, with field-heavy periods during the construction season.

Responsibilities

• Site supervision and inspections for civil and infrastructure projects
• Field reviews, condition assessments, and inspection reports
• Engineering calculations and design using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other software
• Preparation of engineering reports, inspection reports, and assessment letters
• Coordination with clients, contractors, and subconsultants
• Support for proposals, project documentation, and quality control

Qualifications

• Civil engineering degree from a CEAB-accredited Canadian program
• Registered Engineer-in-Training with APEGA, or eligible to register
• 0 to 3 years of post-graduate engineering experience
• Construction site experience (summer student, co-op, or post-graduate)
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D proficiency
• Excellent verbal and written English; able to communicate clearly with clients, contractors, and the public on site
• Valid Alberta driver’s licence and reliable personal vehicle
• Adaptable to a small-firm environment with varied responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with bridges or culverts
• Experience with municipal infrastructure
• Building rehabilitation or structural assessment experience

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary: $68,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience
• Health Spending Account: $2,500 annually
• Two weeks vacation
• Mileage reimbursement at CRA rates
• Personal phone allowance
• APEGA membership dues paid
• Direct mentorship from the principal Professional Engineer; defined path toward P.Eng. licensure

How to Apply

Submit resume and cover letter to ***email_hidden*** with subject line “Application - Civil EIT - [Your Name]” . In the cover letter, indicate why this role and True North Engineering interest you. Applications reviewed as received; position open until filled.