EIT, Engineering Support Services

Highlights of the job

EPCOR’s Water Services (EWS) group is hiring one (1) full-time, permanent opportunity for an Engineering Support Services Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join the Engineering and Technical Services team working out of our Rossdale Water Treatment Plant (WTP).

The Engineering Support Services EIT will be providing technical support to the Pipe Asset Engineering Team through sound engineering principles and practices. You will also ensure that the proper processes are in place and are expected to lead multiple cross functional meetings and assist in updating engineering documents.

We are accepting applications from both current EPCOR employees and External candidates at this time.

What you’d be responsible for

You are accountable to Manager, Engineering Support Services and will have the following key accountabilities (but are not limited to these):

• Managing:
  • The Design and Construction Standards updates. This includes managing the list of proposed changes, researching and making recommendations to the appropriate parties, gaining approvals through Technical Committee/appropriate MOC process, preparing the updated Standards documents, and circulating to internal and external stakeholders as necessary.
  • Updating the Approved Products List including collecting information and gaining approval of new products through the established process.
• Assisting with building new processes and procedures including identifying and making recommendations for new or modified processes and procedures.
• Providing training on processes such as ULA reviews and managing related documents.
• Coordinating and chairing various meetings (Technical Committee, Variance Committee, etc.).
• Preparing letters of support for AEPA exemption requests.
• Assisting the engineering teams with technical reviews.
• Provide technical support to other areas within EPCOR as required.
• Building effective relationships with internal stakeholders (Linear Projects, WWC Projects, Operations, Maintenance, and One Water Planning) and external stakeholders (City of Edmonton, consultants, suppliers and vendors).

What’s required to be successful

Qualifications, experience and behaviours you possess are:

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized post-secondary educational institute.
• Registered as an EIT with APEGA or eligible for registration with APEGA.
  • If not registered with APEGA must be within 6 months of being hired.
• 1 years of experience in engineering design or standards development.
  • Experience in water infrastructure is desired.
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • SharePoint knowledge is a valuable asset.
• Well-developed understanding of design and construction principles of water distribution and transmission infrastructure.
• Proven ability to:
  • Review product specifications.
  • Analyze data and provide clear and concise reporting.
  • Learn and become proficient in computer applications.

As our best candidate, the qualifications (skills and behaviours) listed above are supplemented with exceptional verbal and written communication skills – you are able to produce accurate, understandable and logically written material. You demonstrate the ability to achieve objectives on time and to a defined standard. You continuously look for and advocate for opportunities to improve products, streamline processes, increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve results. You are willing to adhere to EPCOR’s standard processes and to contribute to improving them, while demonstrating a strong commitment to safety.

Other important facts about this job

This is a Professional (PROF) level position and that works Monday to Friday (40 hours per week).

Application deadline: February 9, 2025

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.