Intern - Structural Engineer

Role Responsibilities

The intern's main responsibilities will focus on learning on-the-job and assisting the Senior Structural Engineer, who is the Ministerial Authority on Structural Engineering.  The mandate of the Senior Structural Engineer position is to develop structural design standards and guidelines, review drawings and specifications prepared by Consultants for GoA projects, provide structural engineering expertise for design of new construction and renovation / modernization of existing facilities, and investigate structural issues in existing facilities and provide recommendations for remediation.

Key job responsibilities for the Structural Engineering Intern will include:

• Receive training, mentorship, and gain hands-on experience in structural engineering related to buildings.
•  Assist the Senior Structural Engineer in:
  • Design reviews – review of technical reports and contract documents (drawings and specifications)
  • Site review and assessments
  • Investigation of structural deficiencies in facilities
  • Engineering analysis and design
  • Research in structural codes and design standards, structural investigation, monitoring, and rehabilitation
  • Engineering advisory services
• Assist the Senior Civil Engineer in reviewing geotechnical reports and provide geotechnical support to project managers.
• Professional development and networking.
• Working and learning with other Technical Services Branch sections as required.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
 

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

• Creative Problem Solving – Ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.
• Drive for Results - Works to exceed goals and partner with others to achieve objectives.
• Develop Networks - Maintains collegial internal relationships and understands external network.
• Agility - Understands need for change and manages own emotions.

Qualifications

Required 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Within 2 years of graduation from an accredited university.
• Eligible for registration with The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Technical competence in structural engineering, and knowledge and familiarity with other engineering disciplines, such as geotechnical.
• Superior investigation and problem-solving skills.
• Well organized, have excellent interpersonal skills and work effectively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with emphasis on client services, teamwork and collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Assets

• A Master’s degree in structural engineering is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of the National Building Code of Canada, the Alberta Building Code, and the Canadian material standards for design in structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and wood.
• Previous employment experience in structural engineering or geotechnical engineering (field work and materials testing)
• Some working knowledge of AutoCAD software.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.
 

Notes

Hours of work: 7.25 hours daily, 36.25 hours per week 
Location: Edmonton, Alberta 
Term of employment: Full time, Temporary (2 years)

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 
 

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs.