Civil/Structural Engineering Trainee

1w1 week ago

CIMA+

Mississauga, CA · Full-time · C$65,000 – C$85,000

About this role

CIMA+ seeks a motivated Civil/Structural Engineering Trainee interested in developing their career in energy transmission and substations. Based in the Mississauga office, join the Transmission & Distribution Lines team for exposure to projects across Canada. Under direct supervision of a Professional Engineer, contribute to structural and foundation design tasks while building practical experience toward licensure.

Assist in structural and foundation design of overhead transmission lines and station facilities, typically 60kV to 500kV. Support route selection studies, structure analysis, and foundation design calculations. Perform structural analysis using industry software tools like S-FRAME or STAAD.

Join CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team, a key player in the energy transition with over 700 professionals. Guided by entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, support clients from feasibility studies to commissioning. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment.

Work on innovative projects that help communities become sustainable and resilient. Be mentored by engaged professionals in an environment engineered for people. Reach full potential where ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
1–3 years of relevant T&D engineering experience
Basic knowledge of structural analysis principles and reinforced concrete/steel design fundamentals
Familiarity with structural analysis software (e.g., S-FRAME, STAAD)

Responsibilities

Assist in the structural and foundation design of overhead transmission lines and associated station facilities (typically 60kV to 500kV)
Support route selection studies, structure analysis, and foundation design calculations
Perform structural analysis and modeling using industry software tools
Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports
Support the development of design documentation such as design basis, scope of work, construction work package and material take-offs
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, electrical, mechanical) to support project design requirements
Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate feedback from senior engineers
Provide support during construction, including responding to RFIs and participating in occasional field visits under supervision

Benefits

Mentored by engaged professionals
Work on innovative projects that help communities become sustainable and more resilient
Dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment
Build practical engineering experience toward professional licensure