Engineering Assistant (Intern)
About the role
Posting Id
3256
Number of Positions
1
Department
Infrastructure and Engineering Services
Division
Infrastructure Planning and Development Engineering
Shift
Monday to Friday
Rate of Pay
$20.10 - $23.10 Hourly
Job Length/End Date
May 4, 2026 to Aug 28, 2026
Job Type
Temporary Full Time
Replacement/New Position
Replacement for Existing Vacancy
Posting Type
Internal and External
Posting Date
02/05/2026
Application Deadline
02/19/2026
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager Engineering Site Plans and Site Alterations, you will assist in providing technical support to the Infrastructure and Engineering Services Department - Infrastructure Planning and Development Engineering Division, on various types of land development applications and municipal infrastructure design.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following activities:
- Assist with the engineering plan review and the processing of development applications (site plans, severances, minor variances)
- Conduct site inspections and fieldwork assessments (pre and post development construction)
- Investigate and track complaints on project and construction related activities
- Liaise with applicants, contractors and internal departments on development applications
- Create/update CAD drawing for City Standards
- Perform calculations and queries in a spreadsheet and database environment
- Assist in the research of emerging trends and industry practices associated with high-rise construction andsustainable land development
- Maintain files and correspondence on active and completed projects
- Other administrative duties as required
Education and Experience
Enrollment in a Civil Engineering Technology program or a related discipline
Required Skills/Knowledge
- Basic knowledge of municipal engineering design principles and construction methods
- Ability to analyze and read municipal engineering drawings with a good understanding of municipal infrastructure (i.e.; watermain, wastewater, storm sewer, roads, etc.)
- Proficient in AutoCAD, spreadsheet, database and word processing applications
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work in an interactive team environment
- You demonstrate Richmond Hill’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
- Possess a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and have access to a vehicle for use on corporate business (mileage compensated)
- You will be required to provide proof of vehicle insurance upon hire
- Possess your own CSA certified steel toe safety boots for fieldwork
Leadership Competencies
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Builds people and culture
-
Cultivates open communication
-
Demonstrates personal leadership
-
Navigates and leads through complexity and change
-
Shapes the future
Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the ‘View Jobs for Current Employees’ link on the City’s Careers Page**.**
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
About City of Richmond Hill
With a population of more than 202,000 residents and 5,000 businesses, Richmond Hill is one of Canada’s most desirable and growing communities. Recognized by the Conference Board of Canada with an ‘A’ grade as an attractive community, it is one of six Canadian municipalities to receive this ranking and the only suburban and GTA municipality to do so. Safe, clean and committed to managed growth, its culture is welcoming and diverse, and values environmental sustainability. Dedicated to providing exceptional public service to its community, Richmond Hill’s municipal government serves a distinctive, dynamic and active town with a rich history and a friendly, down-to-earth character. Richmond Hill’s vision, “Where people come together to build our community,” builds on its past and recognizes the continued importance of partnership between the municipal government and the community it serves.
Engineering Assistant (Intern)
About the role
Posting Id
3256
Number of Positions
1
Department
Infrastructure and Engineering Services
Division
Infrastructure Planning and Development Engineering
Shift
Monday to Friday
Rate of Pay
$20.10 - $23.10 Hourly
Job Length/End Date
May 4, 2026 to Aug 28, 2026
Job Type
Temporary Full Time
Replacement/New Position
Replacement for Existing Vacancy
Posting Type
Internal and External
Posting Date
02/05/2026
Application Deadline
02/19/2026
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager Engineering Site Plans and Site Alterations, you will assist in providing technical support to the Infrastructure and Engineering Services Department - Infrastructure Planning and Development Engineering Division, on various types of land development applications and municipal infrastructure design.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following activities:
- Assist with the engineering plan review and the processing of development applications (site plans, severances, minor variances)
- Conduct site inspections and fieldwork assessments (pre and post development construction)
- Investigate and track complaints on project and construction related activities
- Liaise with applicants, contractors and internal departments on development applications
- Create/update CAD drawing for City Standards
- Perform calculations and queries in a spreadsheet and database environment
- Assist in the research of emerging trends and industry practices associated with high-rise construction andsustainable land development
- Maintain files and correspondence on active and completed projects
- Other administrative duties as required
Education and Experience
Enrollment in a Civil Engineering Technology program or a related discipline
Required Skills/Knowledge
- Basic knowledge of municipal engineering design principles and construction methods
- Ability to analyze and read municipal engineering drawings with a good understanding of municipal infrastructure (i.e.; watermain, wastewater, storm sewer, roads, etc.)
- Proficient in AutoCAD, spreadsheet, database and word processing applications
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work in an interactive team environment
- You demonstrate Richmond Hill’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
- Possess a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and have access to a vehicle for use on corporate business (mileage compensated)
- You will be required to provide proof of vehicle insurance upon hire
- Possess your own CSA certified steel toe safety boots for fieldwork
Leadership Competencies
-
Builds people and culture
-
Cultivates open communication
-
Demonstrates personal leadership
-
Navigates and leads through complexity and change
-
Shapes the future
Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the ‘View Jobs for Current Employees’ link on the City’s Careers Page**.**
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
About City of Richmond Hill
With a population of more than 202,000 residents and 5,000 businesses, Richmond Hill is one of Canada’s most desirable and growing communities. Recognized by the Conference Board of Canada with an ‘A’ grade as an attractive community, it is one of six Canadian municipalities to receive this ranking and the only suburban and GTA municipality to do so. Safe, clean and committed to managed growth, its culture is welcoming and diverse, and values environmental sustainability. Dedicated to providing exceptional public service to its community, Richmond Hill’s municipal government serves a distinctive, dynamic and active town with a rich history and a friendly, down-to-earth character. Richmond Hill’s vision, “Where people come together to build our community,” builds on its past and recognizes the continued importance of partnership between the municipal government and the community it serves.