Highway Design Engineering Technologist

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Engineering and Field Level VII

Highway Design Engineering Technologist

Open

Design Branch

Fredericton

Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has a broad mandate and is committed to maintaining and improving New Brunswick's public infrastructure. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure's mission is to contribute to New Brunswick's economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What you will do

The Design Branch is seeking an individual to join the Highway Design Unit as a Highway Design Engineering Technologist. Reporting to the Design Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• preparing and reviewing engineering contract documents such as plans, technical specifications, quantity calculations, estimates, tenders, electronic deliverables and shop drawings;
• performing complex paving and grading design work of structures and hydraulics;
• providing technical support to design and project engineers, consultants, and other stakeholders involved in the design process;
• periodically collecting and processing field data;
• assisting with the coordination of engineering consultants engaged in highway design projects.

Work environment:

• Office location: 440 King Street, Fredericton.
• Standard hours of work: Monday – Friday
• Some travel within the province.
• Site inspections and field work.
• Extended hours of work frequently required.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are

Key behavioural competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Results Orientation
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Technical competencies:

• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications

Essential Qualifications:

Engineering and Field Level VII:

• A two (2) year post?secondary diploma in a Civil Engineering Technology program with a minimum of six (6) years of highway design experience.
• Must be a member, or be eligible for membership, in the New Brunswick Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists.
• Advanced technical knowledge of geometric highway design.
• Strong technical understanding of Transportation Association of Canada's (TAC) Geometric Design Guide for Canadian Roads.
• Comfortable working in a computerized environment with strong technical understanding of computer aided drafting and design.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

If there are no applicants with the above essential qualifications, we may consider applicants with the following qualifications and appoint at a lower classification.

Engineering and Field Level VI:

• A two (2) year post?secondary diploma in a Civil Engineering Technology program with a minimum of five (5) years of highway design experience.
• Must be a member, or be eligible for membership, in the New Brunswick Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists.
• Good working technical knowledge of geometric highway design.
• Good technical understanding of Transportation Association of Canada's (TAC) Geometric Design Guide for Canadian Roads.
• Comfortable working in a computerized environment with strong technical understanding of computer aided drafting and design.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

Engineering and Field Level V:

• A two (2) year post?secondary diploma in a Civil Engineering Technology program with a minimum of four (4) years of highway design experience.
• Must be a member, or be eligible for membership, in the New Brunswick Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists.
• Good working technical knowledge of geometric highway design.
• Good technical understanding of Transportation Association of Canada's (TAC) Geometric Design Guide for Canadian Roads.
• Comfortable working in a computerized environment with strong technical understanding of computer aided drafting and design.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers:

• Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

SALARY:

Engineering and Field Level VII: $2,327.00 to $2,932.00 bi-weekly, based on a 36.25 hours per week.

Engineering and Field Level VI: $2,126,00 to $2,671.00 bi-weekly, based on a 36.25 hours per week.

Engineering and Field Level V: $1,935.00 to $2,434.00 bi-weekly, based on 36.25 hours per week.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line by January 19, 2026, indicating competition number (15317) 2025-D40-05. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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