Chemical/Corrosion Engineer

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Bring your strong concrete/chemical engineering knowledge and technical expertise to this exciting opportunity with the Highway Standards Branch.

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About the job

You will:
• coordinate and participate in investigations and projects related to the evaluation of innovative systems, new products, materials and equipment (e.g. new pavement marking materials and concrete rehabilitation treatments)
• make appropriate and effective recommendations for the ministry's present and future operational needs
• develop and update existing policies, standards, specifications and operating guidelines related to concrete and chemical products
• lead and manage multiple projects and activities, and balance conflicting priorities
• provide technical supervision to technicians, contractors and consultants on a project specific basis
• direct assigned laboratory and field studies of a research/ investigative nature
• carry out testing and assessment activities in the field and during construction operations, maintaining all appropriate safety standards

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What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• you are licensed by Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO)

Technical Knowledge and Expertise:

• you have demonstrated knowledge of the theories and principles of materials science/engineering and familiarity with concrete, corrosion or chemical engineering practice
• you understand physical and chemical testing techniques, procedures and equipment, applicable to engineering materials, including those related to analysis of corrosion
• you have knowledge of construction materials, manufactured products and construction techniques related to highway structures and pavements
• you have awareness of pertinent government specifications, standards and special provisions related to chemical products and construction materials
• you have experience monitoring the quality and performance of new developments in concrete corrosion protection systems and technologies (i.e. testing, troubleshooting, construction, repair and maintenance practices)
• you have experience using test methods and equipment to measure corrosion and concrete engineering properties
• you can develop policies, standards and quality requirements for acceptance of services, materials, products and processes for MTO contracts
• you understand occupational health and safety related regulations and requirements (i.e. WHMIS, MSDS)

Project Management and Coordination Skills:

• you can manage projects and execute engineering investigations and research, conduct evaluations and analytical work
• you can resolve unique and/or highly complex design issues, construction maintenance and performance problems

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• you communicate effectively and can prepare and present complex, technical information in a clear and concise manner to a range of audiences (i.e. senior management, field staff, industry, service and product suppliers, and technical committees)
• you can establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Computer Skills:

• you are proficient in various computer software applications and databases (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, manipulation of digital images etc.)

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Additional information:

Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.