Engineering Progress Program (Design & Construction) Job Number: 4613 Job Type: Full Time Vacancy Reason: Backfill Location: 150 Frederick St - Regional Admin Headquarters Job Category: Engineering Number of Positions: 1 Department: Transportation Expansion B Division: Engineering and Environmental Services Hours of Work: 35 hours per week Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Hybrid: In office 3 days per week Union: Management/Management Support Salary Range: $83,556.20 - $140,413.00 annually Posting Date: June 29, 2026 Program Overview Our Design and Construction Engineering Progression Program offers a structured career path for engineering professionals at three levels: Engineering Intern, Engineer, and Senior Engineer. The program is a flexible hybrid role with a standard 35‑hour week. Participants receive hands‑on project involvement, mentorship, and exposure to a wide range of capital projects including water supply, wastewater, waste management, and transportation infrastructure.
Engineering Intern Compensation: $83,556.20 - $104,431.60 annually Responsibilities: Support small‑scale projects and components of larger projects by assisting with planning, design, and management under senior staff supervision. Prepare contract drawings, support property transactions, and provide technical assistance on construction sites. Ideal for recent graduates pursuing registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering or Applied Science.
- Eligible for registration as an Engineering Intern with the PEO.
Engineer Compensation: $102,130.20 - $127,654.80 annually Responsibilities: Independently manage medium‑size projects and support senior engineers on more complex initiatives. Design capital projects, manage budgets, direct technical staff, and coordinate with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Qualifications
- Licensed as a Qualified Engineer (P.Eng) in Ontario or holding a Limited License with the PEO.
Senior Engineer Compensation: $112,330.40 - $140,413.00 annually Responsibilities: Independently lead high‑profile, large‑scale projects. Supervise multidisciplinary teams, engage in high‑level negotiations, and resolve complex project issues.
Qualifications
- The same licensing requirements as the Engineer role, including a P.Eng or Limited License with the PEO.
Equitable Hiring Commitment
Region of Waterloo is committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the community. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, people of color, individuals with visible or invisible disabilities, women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
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📌 Engineering Progress Program (Design & Construction) (Kitchener)
🏢 Region of Waterloo
📍 Kitchener