Posted 4 months ago
Engineer in Training
@ Onsite Engineering Ltd.
Smithers, British Columbia
Overview
Onsite Engineering Ltd. is hiring an Engineer in Training to work on construction engineering at a remote mine site in Northwest BC, based out of its Smithers office. The role oversees daily road construction activity and coordinates contractors, with off-season general engineering on survey, design and geotechnical work. It is permanent full-time with camp shifts of two weeks on and two weeks off in the construction season, a salary of $60,000 to $90,000 plus benefits, and relocation assistance.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise daily road construction activities at a remote mine site
- Coordinate contractors, subcontractors and engineers
- Monitor progress and provide technical and quality management
- Perform site investigations, design and reporting in the off-season
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical or related engineering
- Eligible for EGBC registration as an EIT
- Minimum of 2 years of experience
- Experience at a remote mine site is an asset
- Strong technical writing and analysis skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Construction site, Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | EIT, EGBC |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Relocation assistance |
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Onsite Engineering Ltd.
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Full company description
Onsite Engineering is a mid-sized consulting engineering and geoscience company with multiple offices across BC. We are a diverse company that provides high quality engineering and geoscience services to government and industry. We understand that, as professionals in the engineering field, the work we do builds the places we live, work, and play for generations and we are proud to play our part. We have purposely built our company to allow our senior professionals to do what they do best – top notch technical work. At Onsite, we build communities. Come join ours.
- LinkedIn followers
- 754
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 60
- Reported office locations
- 1111 Lakeshore Dr SW, Salmon Arm, British Columbia V1E 1E4, CA
- 511 Main St, Golden, British Columbia V0A 0A0, CA
- 3661 15th Ave, Prince George, British Columbia, CA
- 1405 Spruce St, Campbell River, British Columbia V9W 7K1, CA
- 780 Grant Avenue, 201, Courtenay, British Columbia V9N 2T3, CA
- 104- 5500 Ahahswinis Drive, Port Alberni, British Columbia V9Y 7M7, CA
- 1- 252 1st Street East, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7L 1B3, CA
- 103-32310 S Fraser Way, Abbotsford, British Columbia V2T 1X1, CA
- 301 Franklyn St, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9R 2X5, CA
- 203- 306 1st Street West, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S2, CA
- Business categories
- Consulting
- Quality Assurance
- Civil Engineering
- Other recorded names
- Onsite Engineering Ltd.
- Onsite Engineering Ltd.
- Specialties
- Terrain stability assessments & mapping
- Foundation geotechnical & site drainage assessments
- Landslide investigation & remediation
- Watershed & hydrological assessments
- Resource & light urban road survey & design
- Bridge & majory culvert design
- Retaining wall & reinforced earth structures
- and Cost estimates
- tendering & construction inspections
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Onsite Engineering is a mid-sized consulting engineering and geoscience company with multiple offices across BC. We are a diverse company that provides high quality engineering and geoscience services to government and industry. We understand that, as professionals in the engineering field, the work we do builds the places we live, work, and play for generations and we are proud to play our part. We have purposely…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Civil Engineering |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Salmon Arm, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2008 |
| Specialties | Terrain stability assessments & mappingFoundation geotechnical & site drainage assessmentsLandslide investigation & remediationWatershed & hydrological assessmentsResource & light urban road survey & designBridge & majory culvert designRetaining wall & reinforced earth structuresand Cost estimatestendering & construction inspections |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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Company Overview:
Position Overview:
Reporting directly to the Courtenay Manager and Smithers office supervisor, the successful Engineer in Training will primarily be involved in construction-related engineering services at a remote mine site in Northwest BC working out of our Smithers Office. This partial camp-based position is a critical role in the construction of a new access road within the remote location, and will include overseeing day-to-day construction activities, coordination with contractors, subcontractors, site and other engineers, monitoring progress and providing both technical and quality management. Camp shifts are typically 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off during the construction season.
While the construction project is seasonal, this is a permanent full-time position. During off-season months, the role will include general engineering services from proposal stage through to survey, assessment, design and construction of projects. Projects may vary from resource sector road and crossing survey and design to geotechnical assessments to support resource development and construction.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity for professional development working with a motivated and dynamic team of experienced professionals. Fieldwork is an integral part of this position, and applicants must be prepared for field work including camp shifts, northern climates and hiking in to remote sites in all conditions.
Major Job Functions:
- Construction-related field engineering tasks including:
- Site supervision and coordination
- Technical support
- Quality Control and Compliance
- Reporting and Documentation
- Communication
- Consultant engineering services, including:
- Site investigations,
- Report preparation
- Engineering Design
- Coordinating project drawings and reports
- Completing field reviews during construction
- Assisting with project management and/or contract administration
Specific Skills and Knowledge:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships across all levels of business.
- Strong technical analysis and technical writing capabilities
- Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor work and travel
- Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to work on numerous projects
- Willingness to learn and work with limited supervision
- Surveying experience with Total Station and RTK GPS an asset
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical or Related Field of Engineering
- Eligible for registration with EGBC as an EIT
- Experience working in a remote mine site an asset
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience
Salary Range:
$60,000-$90,000 annually plus benefits. Actual compensation within the range will be determined based on job-related factors such as engineering experience, certification level (EIT) and scope of responsibilities.
Benefits Summary:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive salary.
- Great career advancement opportunities.
- A full benefit package including extended health, vision, and dental coverage, and GRSP matching.
- Interesting and diverse project work.
- Relocation assistance.
- Continuous support for growth through both internal and external professional development opportunities.
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