Engineer-in-Training, Junior Hydrologic Engineer
EG1 Engineer 1
Regular/full-time
Manitoba Infrastructure
Hydrologic Forecasting & Water Management, Water Management & Structures
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 33501
Salary(s):
EG1 $49,893.00 - $63,397.00 per year
Closing Date:
November 6, 2017
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.
The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
The success candidate must have an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, or be graduating by Spring 2018 or equivalent qualifications as recognized by Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba, be enrolled (or eligible to enroll) as a Member-In-Training with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba and not already in Manitoba Infrastructure's Engineer-In-Training Program.
Introduction
We are looking for recent Civil Engineering graduates or equivalent (as accepted by Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba) to start a challenging and rewarding career building the future of Manitoba.
This position will be of interest to candidates wishing to pursue a rewarding career in water resources engineering. We offer a structured comprehensive EIT Development Program where we provide you with training and experience to support your goal of becoming a Professional Engineer. With your current experience as the foundation, your personal development plan will ensure that you get experience performing varied and challenging work related to management of hydro-meteorological databases, development of flood reports and flood outlooks, hydrologic modelling and model development, and GIS based analysis of hydrologic processes. We will support your professional and educational development with in-house and external training and provide guidance and mentorship through our large dynamic group of Professional Engineers. We offer comprehensive management training and coaching to help you prepare for one of the many possible opportunities for advancement in the Department.
We provide competitive compensation that includes paid overtime, paid time off, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, insurance, a flexible workplace and more.
The Hydrologic Forecasting Branch of the Department of Infrastructure is primarily responsible for issuing flood condition reports, forecasts and warnings to enable effective coordination of flood response planning and flood fighting activities at all levels of government and the private sector. The Branch also controls operation of dams across the province, reviews development and subdivision proposals to ensure they comply with provincial regulations related to water and water management, provides hydrotechnical expertise for the design and approval of flood proofing and water control infrastructure, and performs hydrotechnical analysis and modelling to determine impacts of developments, land use changes and climate change on water regimes.
This position will be of interest to candidates wishing to pursue a rewarding career in water resources engineering. We offer a structured comprehensive EIT Development Program where we provide you with training and experience to support your goal of becoming a Professional Engineer. With your current experience as the foundation, your personal development plan will ensure that you get experience performing varied and challenging work related to management of hydro-meteorological databases, development of flood reports and flood outlooks, hydrologic modelling and model development, and GIS based analysis of hydrologic processes. We will support your professional and educational development with in-house and external training and provide guidance and mentorship through our large dynamic group of Professional Engineers. We offer comprehensive management training and coaching to help you prepare for one of the many possible opportunities for advancement in the Department.
We provide competitive compensation that includes paid overtime, paid time off, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, insurance, a flexible workplace and more.
The Hydrologic Forecasting Branch of the Department of Infrastructure is primarily responsible for issuing flood condition reports, forecasts and warnings to enable effective coordination of flood response planning and flood fighting activities at all levels of government and the private sector. The Branch also controls operation of dams across the province, reviews development and subdivision proposals to ensure they comply with provincial regulations related to water and water management, provides hydrotechnical expertise for the design and approval of flood proofing and water control infrastructure, and performs hydrotechnical analysis and modelling to determine impacts of developments, land use changes and climate change on water regimes.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must have an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent approved by Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba
- Must be enrolled (or eligible) as an Member in Training with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba
- Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
- Must be able to work occasional extended hours
- Must be able to travel frequently to work sites within the province by ground and/or air transportation. Must be able to work in an outdoor rough terrain environment in winter/ summer with possible exposure to hazards as described in OSHRM safe work practices
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Experience in and knowledge of hydrologic analysis and processes which can include, but is not limited to, hydrologic modelling, forecasting, statistical analysis, research, and other water resources applications
- Experience with GIS, database systems, hydrotechnical software programs, and computer programming
- Strong Written Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills to Communicate Effectively and Courteously with Various Individuals and Groups
- Able to Work as Part of a Team
- Planning, Organizing and Follow-up Skills
- Decision Making Skills
- Leadership Skills
Desired:
- Other Engineering related Education and Training
- Knowledge of basic principles of hydraulic analysis, including flood routing and backwater analysis
Duties:
This is an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) position under the guidance/direction of a Professional Engineer. The objective of this position is to develop the incumbent into a Project Engineer (EG2). Following successful completion of Manitoba Infrastructure's (MI) EIT Development Program and upon receiving your professional designation, you will be eligible for promotion to the Engineer 2 level.
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Advertisement # 33501
Public Service Commission
Human Resource Services
608-330 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0C4
Phone: 204-945-4394
Fax: 204-948-2193
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
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