Engineer-in-training / Project Technologist (water, Wastewater, Stormwater, Air & Environmental Compliance Projects

Engineer-in-Training/ Project Technologist (Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, Air & Environmental Compliance Projects)

Emissions Reduction and Compliance

Mississauga, ON

Annual Salary Range: $55,000 to $70,000

Looking to launch your career in environmental consulting while making a meaningful impact? Join a team that helps organizations across Ontario navigate complex environmental regulations, improve water, wastewater, stormwater, and air compliance, and operate more sustainably.

Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight.

At Pinchin, we empower our people uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.

We are seeking an Engineer-in-Training / Project Technologist to join our Emissions Reduction and Compliance (ERC) team in the Greater Toronto Area. This is an entry-level opportunity for a motivated candidate with a background in environmental engineering, sciences, or a related discipline who is interested in supporting both water and air compliance projects for industrial, commercial, and institutional clients.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Engineer-in-Training / Project Technologist will support a broad mix of water and air-related environmental consulting assignments across Ontario and other jurisdictions. Working alongside experienced Project Managers and Engineers, you will help clients understand and meet regulatory requirements related to water, wastewater, stormwater, air emissions, noise, dust, odour, ventilation, and environmental reporting.

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop technical expertise, gain field experience, and build a career in environmental consulting while contributing to both water and air-focused projects. The successful candidate will assist the Water Services and Air Services teams with field investigations, sampling and monitoring programs, data review, preliminary calculations, technical reporting, permitting support, and design support. Typical assignments may include water and wastewater sampling, stormwater and process water assessments, water treatment design support, air emissions data collection, air modelling assistance, noise and vibration monitoring, ventilation-related field reviews, and preparation of technical memoranda and compliance reports. The position is well suited to an Engineer-in-Training or junior technologist who enjoys a mix of field and office work, has strong attention to detail, and wants to build a broad technical foundation in environmental consulting.

Your Role and Action

• Assist the Water Services Team with water, wastewater, stormwater, and process water projects, including field sampling, sample coordination, equipment preparation, laboratory coordination, data review, and preparation of results tables.
• Support water and wastewater treatment design and optimization assignments by compiling background information, reviewing analytical data, completing preliminary calculations, assisting with equipment layouts, and preparing draft technical notes under the direction of project engineers.
• Assist the Air Services Team with air quality, noise, vibration, permitting, and reporting projects, including field measurements, site observations, emissions data collection, air modelling inputs, and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Support ventilation-related projects by assisting with site reviews, equipment inventories, airflow information gathering, design documentation, and coordination with senior technical staff.
• Conduct site visits to collect information, complete field forms, take photographs, perform sampling or monitoring, and communicate observations to project managers and technical leads.
• Assist with technical reports, permit applications, proposals, work plans, project correspondence, and other deliverables related to water, wastewater, stormwater, air quality, noise, ventilation, and environmental compliance projects.
• Represent Pinchin through professional conduct and follow quality control, field documentation, and health and safety protocols in the office and at client facilities.
• Manage assigned project tasks to meet quality standards, budgets, and deadlines while maintaining accurate project records and time tracking.
• Participate in client meetings, technical training, and professional development opportunities while contributing to a collaborative team environment and exceptional client service.

What You’ll Bring to Pinchin

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented professional who is eager to build a career in environmental consulting while contributing to meaningful water, wastewater, stormwater, air, and environmental compliance projects.

• A Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Engineering Technologist, or a related technical discipline is preferred. A relevant college diploma may also be considered for a technologist role.
• Eligibility to work as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or junior technologist is preferred.
• Must be eligible and able to obtain PSPC/PWGSC Reliability Status clearance
• Interest in environmental consulting, industrial compliance, water and wastewater treatment, air quality, noise and vibration, permitting, reporting, and ventilation design.
• Previous co-op, internship, academic, or work experience involving water or wastewater sampling, environmental fieldwork, laboratory coordination, air quality work, modelling, monitoring, or technical reporting is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear notes, tables, calculations, and draft report sections.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with technical software, data analysis tools, CAD, GIS, or air modelling software (e.g. AERMOD, SCREEN3, CadnaA) is an asset.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and reporting requirements, such as O. Reg. 419 and NPRI reporting, is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a consulting environment.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and take direction from project managers, engineers, and senior technical staff.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment when required, willingness to travel to client sites and conduct fieldwork in industrial settings, and ability to lift up to 20 kg.
• A current and valid driver’s license, sufficient insurance, and access to a vehicle are required. Work-related travel will be compensated.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, meet project deadlines, and occasionally work outside regular business hours when required.

For Current Employees

Current employees are encouraged to speak with their HR Advisor for information on the application process.

Compensation and Assessment

Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location.

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants.

What makes Pinchin different?

We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed.

Employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, a flexible workplace that supports work life balance, paid personal days, minimum of three weeks of vacation to start, reimbursement for professional memberships, environmental and community involvement opportunities, a wellness spending account, social activities, team events, corporate hotel rates, and more.

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Additional Information

• Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process.
• Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.)
• No agency phone calls please.
• We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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