Infrastructure Engineer - Environmental (Engineer)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to a Project Manager, is responsible for reviewing existing wastewater discrete assets; developing and implementing various wastewater infrastructure management programs, including infrastructure inspection and data collection program, operations and maintenance optimization strategies, risk assessment and risk mitigation strategies, condition assessment and lifecycle analysis, and engineering studies; and conducting rehabilitation and replacement planning for wastewater infrastructure.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Reviews and analyzes water and wastewater (WWW) system performance, with a focus on sewage pumping stations, water resources recovery facilities, air management facilities, air handling facilities, and corrosion control facilities.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders including Operations, Maintenance, and Process Optimization teams to identify areas for improvement; leads condition assessment projects to identify risks and inform planning.
• Oversees engineering consultants and projects (e.g., feasibility studies, conceptual designs, odour assessments, code compliance reviews, pump test etc.) based on condition assessment findings, stakeholder inputs, and planning needs.
• Evaluates assessment findings and engineering recommendations, communicates outcomes to stakeholders, and coordinates implementation plans with clear accountability and ownership.
• Develops and prioritizes capital plans and budgets for rehabilitation and replacement of wastewater discrete assets.
• Defines project scope and develops capital projects focused on asset rehabilitation, replacement, system optimization, regulatory compliance, and lifecycle management of wastewater infrastructure.
• Plans, develops and coordinates infrastructure inspection and data collection programs to support condition assessment/rating, and lifecycle analysis programs.
• Plans, develops and implements programs or projects relevant to the prevention of infrastructure degradation in the field due to various causes, including corrosions.
• Conducts condition rating for WWW infrastructure, incorporating data pieces having significant impact on its performances and lifecycle.
• Ensures quality assurance activities to monitor program effectiveness and support continuous improvement efforts with the business unit.
• Assists in the development and management of quality control programs, operating procedures and control strategies, to ensure consistency and adherence to standards.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of procedures, guidelines and templates related to infrastructure management, improvement and maintenance.
• Liaises with and maintains positive relationships with internal Department contacts, cross-department staff, external contractors, consultants, government and non-government agencies and the public, as required.
• Responds to enquiries on issues related to the assigned projects.
• Works with management to develop relevant performance metrics for WWW infrastructure.
• Performs other duties, as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, Chemical or Industrial Engineering from an accredited university.
• Must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) with the Professional Engineers Ontario.
• Minimum five (5) years demonstrated experience (inclusive of E.I.T. experience) in the approvals, design, construction and operating processes of water and wastewater collection, distribution and treatment systems.
• Demonstrated experience in water and wastewater infrastructure management, including inspection and data collection, condition assessment/rating, risk assessment, failure mode analysis, condition based predictive lifecycle analysis, and long-term infrastructure rehabilitation and replacement planning.
• Solid understanding of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure management and maintenance principles and best practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of water, wastewater treatment, collection and distribution system management, operations and maintenance techniques, as well as complex hydraulic systems including pumping, piping, valving etc.
• Understanding of budgeting process, strategic planning and program development and implementation techniques.