Junior Municipal Engineer – Bilingual

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Job Summary

The Junior Municipal Engineer at Egis Canada is a versatile role within the infrastructure and transportation sector. As a “Bilingual Urban Architect,” you will support the design and execution of roadway and municipal projects in the Ottawa region. This position requires the “wit” to master complex CAD software and technical specifications, alongside the “grit” to transition from office-based design to active field investigations.

Job Details

  • Employer: Egis Canada (A global engineering and consulting firm).

  • Location: Ottawa, ON (National Capital Region).

  • Position Type: Full-time or Contractor.

  • Core Function: Municipal Infrastructure, Roadway Design, and Project Coordination.

Key Responsibilities: The Infrastructure Lifecycle

You will work under the mentorship of senior engineers to move projects from conceptual sketches to “shovel-ready” tender documents.

  • Engineering Design: Assist in the technical design of roadways, drainage systems, and transportation networks.

  • Technical Drafting: Create high-precision engineering drawings using AutoCAD and MicroStation.

  • Project Estimating: Develop detailed quantity estimates, working day schedules, and cost analysis to ensure projects remain within budget.

  • Tender Preparation: Draft technical specifications and assist in the preparation of engineering service proposals for municipal clients.

  • Reporting: Prepare technical memos and reports, ensuring all documentation meets Ontario provincial standards.

  • Fieldwork: Conduct site visits and field investigations to verify existing conditions and monitor project progress.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

  • The “Aspiring P.Eng.”: Completion of a University degree in Civil Engineering.

  • Experience: Minimum of 4 years of design experience specifically on transportation projects.

  • Professional Status: Licensed as a P.Eng. in Ontario, or actively pursuing licensure (EIT status).

  • Technical Wit: Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation is a strong asset, alongside expertise in the Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Linguistic Grit: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and French are required to serve the bilingual Ottawa/Gatineau market.

  • Mobility: Must possess a valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for site visits.

Technical Insights: Municipal Engineering Standards

Working in Ottawa means adhering to specific provincial and municipal guidelines that ensure public safety and longevity of infrastructure.

  • TAC & MTO Standards: Your designs will likely need to comply with the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) and the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) manuals.

  • Drainage & Stormwater: Municipal engineering often involves calculating runoff and designing “Sewer and Watermain” layouts to prevent urban flooding.

  • Tender Process: Preparing “Tender Documents” involves creating the legal and technical package that contractors use to bid on construction projects. Accuracy here is vital to avoid “Change Orders” during construction.

Diversity and Culture at Egis

Egis Canada positions itself as a “Responsible and People-First Company,” integrating global expertise with local community values.

  • Bilingual Advantage: In the Ottawa corridor, being a bilingual engineer is a significant career multiplier. It allows you to interface directly with both the City of Ottawa and neighboring Quebec municipalities.

  • AI-Enhanced Recruitment: Egis utilizes AI tools in their hiring process to match candidates with roles efficiently, though they emphasize that this is done under strict ethical guidelines.

  • Equity & Accessibility: The firm explicitly encourages applications from people with disabilities and provides accommodations throughout the interview process.

  • Referral Culture: The role is eligible for a referral bonus, highlighting the company’s focus on building a team through trusted professional networks.

Job Description

Do you believe that the backbone of a great city is its infrastructure? Egis Canada is seeking a Junior Municipal Engineer in Ottawa. We aren’t just looking for “drafters”; we are looking for the next generation of infrastructure leaders who have the “grit” to stand on a construction site in November and the “wit” to solve a complex drainage grade in MicroStation. If you want to work for a creative company that cares about its impact, you belong at Egis.

In this role, you are a “Community Builder.” You understand that a well-designed road or water system is the foundation for a thriving neighborhood. Your goal is to provide “Excellence in Civil Design,” ensuring that Egis continues to shape the future of Canadian development. We look for “Integrity-first” team players who are collaborative, meticulous, and ready to take their career to the next level.

Joining Egis means joining a team of 1,000 top-tier professionals in a growth-oriented environment. We offer a competitive salary and a clear path toward your P.Eng. designation. If you are a civil engineer with a commitment to “Bilingual Professionalism and Innovative Design,” we invite you to apply and help us shape the future of infrastructure.

Egis: Engineering a Sustainable Future in the Capital

Egis is a global leader in architecture, consulting, and construction engineering, driven by the mission to “Impact the Future” by solving the 21st century’s “great equation”: improving quality of life while drastically reducing carbon emissions. Their culture is defined by being “People-First, Creative, and Responsible.” As a group that is 40% owned by the French public investment bank (Caisse des Dépôts) and 2% by its own employees, Egis fosters a long-term, collaborative environment where “high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.”

In Ottawa, Egis has rapidly transformed from a global name into a major local player, largely through the strategic acquisition of McIntosh Perry in 2023, which now serves as its North American platform:

  • The Kanata Hub: The primary Ottawa office is located at 750 Palladium Drive, Suite 310, in the heart of Kanata’s tech and business corridor. This office serves as a multidisciplinary center for engineering excellence in the National Capital Region.

  • Infrastructure Powerhouse: The Ottawa team is deeply integrated into the city’s growth, providing key services to the City of Ottawa and the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO). They specialize in:

    • Bridges and Structures: Managing complex rehabilitations and replacements across the region.

    • Transit and Rail: Contributing to massive provincial projects like the GO Rail Expansion and local transit initiatives.

    • Environmental and Water: Following the 2025 acquisition of Ecometrix, the Ottawa team has doubled down on environmental permitting and water resource management, particularly for the nuclear and mining sectors.

  • Gatineau-Ottawa Tramway: As part of the Groupe Porteur consortium, Egis is a key player in the planning and development of the future tramway link between Gatineau and Ottawa, a project central to the region’s sustainable mobility goals.

Working with Egis in Ottawa means being part of a “tight-knit local ecosystem” with the backing of 22,000 global experts. Whether it’s restoring a historic bridge in Casselman or designing climate-resilient transit for the downtown core, the work is anchored in eco-design and a commitment to reaching net-zero by 2050.

To apply for this job please visit jobs.egis-group.com.