Now Hiring: Engineering Technologist

The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg is recruiting for an Engineering Technologist.

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering the Engineering Technologist performs engineering functions in support of the department including assisting in establishing present and future infrastructure needs for the municipality, preparing cost estimates, reports and contract documents, reviewing design plans, overseeing utility installations within the Town, assisting in the evaluation of development plans and reports, and administering and providing inspection on in-house engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Manager, Engineering in establishing present and future infrastructure requirements for the Municipality;
• Assists in evaluating subdivision servicing plans, technical reports, and studies as submitted by Developers;
• Researches and prepares documents for the creation and maintenance of standards for Municipal works;
• Prepares various Requests for Proposal documents as well as evaluates proposal submissions
• Completes studies and reviews and provides comments on studies and report submissions;
• Provides Engineering information to the public and private sector, and other departments;
• Responds to inquiries / complaints by providing information, explanation and/or interpretation as necessary;
• Completes investigations for engineering matters;
• Prepares cost estimates, projections, and detailed information on capital works for the Manager, Engineering in the preparation of all capital budgets;
• Uses field gathered survey data and information for the creation of maps and documents for in house design projects;
• Prepares cost estimates, prepares design plans and contract documents, tenders, administers and provides inspection for in-house engineering projects;
• Maintains communication with contract administrators throughout construction projects while providing on-site inspections and attending construction progress meetings;
• Liaises with Consultants and utility companies to facilitate the location and/or relocation of utilities;
• Administers the Town’s Right of Way (ROW) permit policy as it pertains to utility companies and utility construction;
• Maintains infrastructure records, including plans and information systems both digital and paper drawings;
• Updates data related to the Town’s Tangible Capital Assets (TCA) and asset management system;
• Assists in the review and approval of engineering construction drawings prepared by consultants and developers;
• Provides contract administration and site inspection on construction projects for contracted capital works projects;
• Understands and adheres to the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Town’s health and safety policies and procedures; and
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Post Secondary Education including a University degree or 3- year Technologist Diploma in Civil Engineering, or a program deemed equivalent.

Professional Designation: Licensed by Professional Engineers Ontario as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible, or as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, communication, planning, presentation and problem solving skills;
• Ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff and elected officials, developers, consultants, contractors, government agencies and the public;
• Excellent skills in the design, supervision and contract management of municipal infrastructure;
• Knowledge of related legislation such as the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, , and other applicable legislation.
• Knowledge of Drainage Act and Class Environmental Assessments, considered an asset.
• Ability to critically assess options within the context of applicable legislation and Town policies to guide sound decisions;
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, teamwork, initiative/self-management, accountability, flexibility and adaptability;
• Proficiency utilizing MS Office software applications and adaptability to program specific software, civil engineering design software (AutoCAD), and familiarity with storm, water and sanitary modeling software; and
• Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ driver’s license

Work Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience and or a combination of training, education and experience deemed equivalent.

Employment Level

Full-time

Work Conditions

Work is conducted in an office and outdoor environment in all weather conditions. Hours of work are 37.5 per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime and evening and off-site meetings as required. Attendance at Council meetings may be required. Occasional lifting up to 10 kg.

The 2026 salary range is $81,983 to $102,479

Eligibility Statement

We appreciate all applications and expressions of interest however, only those selected for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), 2001 S.O. 2001 and will be used solely for the purpose of candidate selection.

Equity Statement

The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an equitable, inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process and in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarian's with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 will accommodate the needs of applicants. Applicants invited to participate in the recruitment and selection process are asked to inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodations and we will work with you to address your needs.

Applications are accepted until 11:59 p.m. on November 16th, 2026, and will only be accepted via the Town's online application platform.

Our hiring processes do not include the use of artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.