Transportation Engineer-in-Training

Job Description

CIMA+’s Transportation team have created a reputation for excellence within the transportation sector by successfully delivering thousands of projects over the past 30 years. Our talented engineers can lead any type of project, regardless of its complexity and scale. The team draws on a reservoir of diverse experience that includes planning, design, inspection, construction management, and infrastructure reconstruction in both rural and urban environments. We take a wholistic approach to transportation projects that minimizes the environmental footprint, promotes sustainable growth, and supports resilient communities. Our innovative solutions integrate all modes of transportation, so motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists co-exist safely and travel efficiently. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

CIMA+ is seeking a motivated Transportation Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our multidisciplinary Transportation team in Calgary. In this role, you will contribute to a variety of transportation planning and engineering projects that shape how people and goods move throughout Calgary and Alberta.

Working alongside experienced transportation engineers, planners, and technical specialists, you will support transportation studies, traffic analysis, modelling, and data collection for public and private sector clients. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical expertise, gain hands-on project experience, and build a strong foundation for your career in transportation engineering.

Success in this role will be measured by your ability to deliver accurate and high-quality technical work, collaborate effectively with project teams, and progressively develop your engineering knowledge and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Primarily supporting the development of transportation plans and analyses, including assisting with transportation/traffic impact assessments, network and intersection analysis using modelling software, multi-modal road safety analysis, parking studies, and preliminary assessment of pedestrian and signal warrants. As feasible, this role may also support active transportation planning and facility design, complete street design, transit planning, and functional road design.
• Assisting with preparation of written materials and graphics to support projects and proposals, including letters, memos, and reports.
• Field work including data collection and site inspections. These may include manual intersection counts for periods of up to four hours at a time, as well as setting up, monitoring and taking down traffic count equipment, including road tubes, controllers and video cameras.
• Data entry and preliminary analysis/verification of collected transportation survey information in MS Excel, as well as viewing and tabulating information from intersection recorded video.
• Assisting project managers with administrative tasks, such as file set up, project coordination and logistics.
• Day trips within the Calgary, AB region may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, preferably with a focus on transportation.
• Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), or eligible for registration.
• Transportation-related planning or engineering experience or familiarity with municipal development / planning processes would be considered an asset.
• Ability to work on several projects at one time for multiple project managers, as well as work independently in the field.
• Familiarity with transportation analysis and modelling software such as Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA, Vistro, Visum, Vissim, or HCS is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Canadian and Alberta transportation engineering standards and guidelines, including TAC Geometric Design Guide, Alberta Highway Geometric Design Guide, Calgary Complete Streets Manual, Calgary Design Guidelines for Subdivision Servicing, NACTO Design Guides, and MUTCD, is considered an asset.
• Willingness to participate in fieldwork and travel locally within the Calgary region, as required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence 

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success. 

 Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company,an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know. 

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