LSO 1B - Engineer in Training (EIT Program)

The Team
In the Ministry of Transportation and Transit’s Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Program, you will join a team of dedicated professionals who help shape British Columbia's transportation future. From major highway improvements and bridge projects to innovative infrastructure solutions, the team delivers projects that enhance safety, mobility, and connectivity throughout the province. The program fosters collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence, offering employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for communities across BC.

The Role
The Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Program offers a unique opportunity for early-career engineers to gain hands-on experience, receive dedicated mentorship, and build a strong foundation for a successful engineering career. Working under the direction and mentorship of a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) across a variety of engineering disciplines, you'll contribute to meaningful projects while developing technical expertise, project management skills, and professional competencies required for registration as a P.Eng. with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Through diverse assignments, collaborative learning, and exposure to complex infrastructure challenges, you'll gain the knowledge, confidence, and experience needed to thrive in your engineering career.

Our current EIT Job Opportunities may include the following engineering specializations:

• Highway Design
• Traffic and Safety
• Structural
• Geotechnical

Potential Work Locations (applicants must be willing and able to work in all of these locations):

• Prince George
• Kamloops
• Coquitlam
• Victoria

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an EGBC recognized and accredited post-secondary institution in one of the following disciplines (program completion by spring 2027 or within the last five (5) years (since spring 2022)):
  • Civil engineering with a focus on transportation or a related field.
  • Civil engineering with a focus on highway geometrics design or a related field.
  • Civil engineering with a focus on structural engineering.
  • Geological engineering, materials engineering and civil engineering with a focus on geotechnical and/or materials engineering.
• Eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training with EGBC and must obtain registration within thirty (30) days of start date.
• Must be immediately eligible to accept permanent work in Canada.
• Valid Canadian Driver’s Licence; a valid BC Class 5 or 7 Driver’s Licence is required.

As related to the position, preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Relevant educational specialization and/or coursework; and/or,
• Related experiential learning/training (e.g. practicums/placements, co-ops, volunteer work, work experience, etc.).

Willingness Statements:

• Willing and able to relocate within British Columbia throughout the Program.
• Willing and able to pursue registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC at the earliest opportunity.
• Willing and able to travel, drive, and work outdoors in varying weather, terrain, and site conditions, including ascending or descending structures and working in active constructions sites.
• Willing and able to deliver presentations and participate in public and partner engagement activities.
• Willing to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overtime as operationally required.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].

About this Position:
We are currently recruiting for five (5) permanent, full-time EIT positions in various locations across BC.
These opportunities apply to recent graduates (since spring 2022, or those about to graduate in spring 2027) with a Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering from an EGBC accredited post-secondary institution, with a focus on highway geometrics, traffic transportation, structural, and geotechnical disciplines.
Current vacancies may be performed in Coquitlam, Kamloops, Prince George or Victoria; other locations may be considered subject to Ministry operational requirements.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Positions are under implemented at the Licensed Science Officer (LSO) 1B classification. Upon completion of the EIT program, the full working level classification is Licensed Science Officer 3B - Designated Professional Engineer.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Due to the high number of anticipated applicants, your patience is appreciated as we move through the various stages of the selection process. Applicants will be contacted if they are moving forward in the process. Individual applicant status updates may not occur during the selection process; however, you will be notified of the final outcome once the competition has concluded.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit, or Métis) applicants originating from the land known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. On top of the base salary, regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to an allowance to cover professional fees, a 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), and start off with four (4) weeks of annual paid vacation. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.

How to Apply:
Your cover letter and resume must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Proof of Enrolment: YES – A copy of your official transcript(s), or an ICES equivalency (or similar organization) comprehensive report if your education was obtained outside of Canada, must be sent to [email protected] by the posting close date. Do not upload your transcripts to the recruitment system as they will not be saved. For in-progress students due to graduate in the spring of 2027, an unofficial transcript is acceptable for submission. This must include your name, the educational institution's name, the years your courses were taken, the year you obtained your degree (if applicable), program courses and marks. A final official transcript is required prior to appointment.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. Please use your cover letter to describe how your qualifications and career interests align with this position. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process. Please limit your cover letter to a maximum of one (1) page.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history, including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job-related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.