Engineer in Training

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our Transportation team. The position of Junior Engineer supports our asset management programs for highway surfaces and drainage infrastructure. Through condition assessment, analysis, and planning activities, the role helps inform rehabilitation and replacement decisions that shape future transportation investments across the Yukon.

The position offers a unique combination of field and office experience. During the summer season (May-September), responsibilities focus on fieldwork across the territory, including conducting condition assessments, identifying treatment recommendations, and evaluating infrastructure needs. Winter months are primarily office-based and focus on analyzing infrastructure condition data, identifying deterioration trends, assessing rehabilitation options, and supporting data informed investment and project prioritization decisions.

Under the guidance of a Supervising Engineer/Mentor, the Junior Engineer will receive supervised work experience and progressively develop the skills, experience and competencies needed to become a professional engineer.

For more information on what we offer, terms and conditions of employment, how to apply, and tips on how to prepare and submit your resume, please visit: Careers in the Government of Yukon (yukoncareerpaths.ca)

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensue you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

• Completion of degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering discipline.
• Experience applying engineering principles to technical analysis, problem-solving, data-driven decision-making, or infrastructure planning through academic projects, internships, or employment.
• Experience or education related to pavement and highway surfacing engineering, or culvert and drainage engineering is an asset.
• Experience with asset management principles or practices is considered an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture.

• Strong administrative and communications skills
• Strong written skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure

Conditions of Employment

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent
• Must be eligible for registration as an Engineer in Training with Engineers Yukon within 6 months of hiring.
• Proof of completion of Engineering degree from an accredited Canadian university within 6 months of hiring.

Job Requirements

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:

• Willingness to travel throughout Yukon

Additional information

For more information about this position, please contact: Colin Schut, Manager Transportation Asset Management at [email protected].

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If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Kylie Townend, at [email protected]