Are you early in your engineering career and looking to apply your technical knowledge to projects that protect public health and the environment in rural communities?

We’re seeking a Junior Engineer (Engineer-in-Training) to join our Onsite Wastewater Group within Burnside’s Environmental sector. This role is based in our Mississauga office, with flexibility to work from other Burnside offices depending on candidate fit. You’ll support the planning, analysis, and design of onsite wastewater systems while developing your technical and professional skills under the guidance of experienced engineers.

This position offers exposure to the full project lifecycle from field investigation and design through to regulatory approvals and provides a strong foundation for progression toward professional licensure.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll contribute to onsite wastewater and rural servicing projects while building core engineering competencies. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the engineering design and analysis of septic and small to medium-scale onsite wastewater systems
• Translating engineering concepts and field data into drawings and layouts using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Preparing and contributing to technical reports, calculations, and supporting documentation for permitting and regulatory approvals
• Assisting with field work, including test pits, site evaluations, and construction reviews, and applying engineering judgment in rural servicing environments
• Working closely with senior engineers and technologists to advance projects from concept through approval
• Coordinating with internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to support timely project delivery
• Developing an understanding of project schedules, budgets, and quality standards within a consulting environment
• Continuously building technical knowledge and professional judgment through mentorship and hands-on project experience

What You’ll Bring

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline
• Eligibility for or current registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with PEO
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Interest in onsite sewage systems and rural wastewater servicing
• Ability to interpret field data and apply engineering fundamentals to design solutions
• Familiarity with the Ontario Building Code is considered an asset

You’re Likely a Great Fit If You:

Are eager to learn and grow within a mentored engineering environment

• Enjoy combining field exposure with office-based design and analysis
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and stakeholders
• Take pride in producing accurate, well-considered work
• Are organized, curious, and motivated to develop as a professional engineer

Salary Range: $72,000 - $82,000

The final offer will be based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with our internal compensation framework.

Position Type: New Position

Why Choose Burnside?

Are you interested in working for an employer with a 5-decade track record of building a great reputation both internally with their staff and externally with their clients? The Burnside team is a supportive group of colleagues that work together to provide value and service to our clients, while extending care to each other. We know that our employees are our greatest asset, and thus we strive to provide a positive work/life balance.

We offer:

• A collaborative culture where friendship, honesty and respect are part of our core values and practices
• Flexible working hours and office locations, including hybrid working opportunities
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• RRSP company matching plan
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Potential for performance-driven bonusing
• Active social committees
• A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity in the workplace and we welcome resumes from all qualified candidates. Burnside will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment, assessment, and selection process, as required. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation during these processes, please contact our Human Resources department.

Company Profile – More about us:

Founded in 1970, R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited is a growing values-driven Canadian employee-owned, led and operated Civil and Environmental Engineering Consulting Firm with over 450 professional, technical and support staff. Our consistent commitment towards investing in technology advancements and training, in addition to encouraging and promoting professional development, has enabled our firm to meet our ongoing and stated goal of continual improvement.

We actively seek to develop relationships with a broad and diversified client base in the Public, Private and Indigenous sectors. We work on a variety of projects throughout Canada, with 12 office locations (11 in Ontario and one in Manitoba).

Burnside has expertise in many technical disciplines beyond our core civil engineering focus including air and noise, asset management, bridges & culverts, building sciences, environmental planning and ecology, GIS, hydrogeology, land development, landscape architecture, municipal engineering, municipal drainage, solid waste, stormwater management, structures, traffic, transportation planning and design, water and wastewater and well drilling & diagnostics.

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