The City of Edmonton is a growing and vibrant city, and we're looking for a Mobility Project Engineer to join our Urban Strategies team!  You'll be part of a team that's shaping the future of how Edmontonians move, work, and live. If you're passionate about creating a sustainable and equitable city and have a vision for what urban mobility can be, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a real impact on our city as we grow to a community of 2 million people. 

As a Mobility Project Engineer, you will be at the forefront of integrating transportation and land use planning to achieve City goals set out in the City Plan. You will play a key role in developing transportation policy and analyzing the city's mobility network in order to inform plans for the future. Working with a diverse team of professionals, you will provide your engineering expertise to ensure that Edmonton's growth is smart, sustainable, and serves all its citizens. This position requires a creative and analytical mind that can navigate the complexities of city-building and advocate for innovative mobility solutions. You will be working on projects such as developing Mode Priority Networks, Curbside Management Framework Implementation, and Mass Transit. You will be a key contributor to The City Plan, helping to shape a more connected and accessible Edmonton for generations to come!

What will you do? 

• Lead and support complex engineering studies to plan and assess Edmonton's multi-modal transportation network
• Analyze the current mobility system to identify infrastructure gaps and ensure alignment with city plans and policies
• Research and champion innovative mobility planning and engineering practices from around the world
• Collaborate with internal and external collaborators to develop uniquely Edmonton solutions to mobility challenges
• Plan and complete internal and public engagement to support strategy development
• Manage and analyze transportation network data using GIS to create maps for planning and monitoring
• Review engineering design drawings and technical reports to ensure they align with our city's policies
• Provide your expert opinion on planning and design issues for various transportation infrastructure projects
• Prepare technical summaries and reports for senior leadership to support informed decision-making
• Support the response to City Council motions related to transportation network assessment and policy
• Authenticate professional work products, including technical assessments and reports, in accordance with APEGA and City of Edmonton standards
• Manage mobility studies and tasks, from scoping and planning to execution and delivery
• Procurement and project management of smaller projects where consulting services are required
• Lead project meetings and ensure clear communication among team members and collaborators
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with other City departments, consultants, and community groups
• Mentor and support junior staff, helping them develop their technical and communication skills

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering with a focus on Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning, or Land Use Planning
• Must be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in good standing and registered with APEGA. Applicants in a different Canadian jurisdiction eligible for Inter-Provincial Mobility (IPMA) with APEGA may be considered. Registration with APEGA must be obtained prior to commencement of employment
• Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible engineering experience

Assets: 

• Knowledge of transportation design guidelines and best practices from various sources (City of Edmonton, TAC, Alberta Transportation, NACTO) and experience with the development and explanation of land use and transportation models
• Experience with transportation demand models and traffic modeling software (such as Emme, Synchro, or VISSIM), as well as a working knowledge of GIS software
• Proficiency with exploratory data analysis, data visualization, and drawing insights from historical data

Skills required for success: 

• Professional and Technical Expertise: A deep understanding of and adherence to all APEGA regulations, standards, and processes, coupled with demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles related to land use, transportation planning, urban goods movement, transit planning, and traffic operations
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information to diverse audiences, and proficient interpersonal skills for teamwork, relationship-building, conflict navigation, and inspiring others toward a shared vision
• Project and Self-Management: Excellent project and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines, a self-motivated approach to manage multiple tasks, and a creative and innovative approach to problem-solving
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of employment & work environment: 

• Up to: 1 permanent full-time position
• Hours of work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Salary Range: $94,869 - $118,585 (Annually)
• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite.
• This position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off).

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits. 

Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.

Recruitment Consultant: AS/SB

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