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Manager, Development EngineeringDiscover Nanaimo - One of the oldest cities on Canada?s west coast, the City of Nanaimo is a growing, livable urban centre that still maintains its historic charm. Situated between the mountains and the ocean on the east coast of Vancouver Island, Nanaimo is a short ferry trip away from Metro Vancouver, and a 90 minute drive from Victoria. Nanaimo is truly an extraordinary community that is home to Vancouver Island University and is rich in parks, recreational, cultural and social amenities.Position OverviewThe City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Manager, Development Engineering. Reporting to the Director, Planning & Development, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, organizing, direction, and control of the Development Engineering Section of the Planning & Development Department. Considerable independent judgment is required in overseeing the review of development proposals. Only complex issues or matters of major impact are referred to the Director.QualificationsApplicants must have a bachelor?s degree in civil engineering or related discipline from a recognized educational institution and a minimum of 5 years? related experience, including proven management supervisory experience. Eligibility for Membership of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia is required. This role requires possession of a valid Class 5 BC Driver?s Licence.Additional InformationThis is a permanent full-time exempt position offering 35 hours of work per week, with the salary range of $142,276.91 to $151,358.42 as well as a competitive benefits package. Relocation assistance may be provided to the successful applicant.Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca referencing the specific competition 26-103 by the application deadline.For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at https://www.nanaimo.ca.The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.Posting Date August 19, 2026Application Deadline September 9, 2026 4:30pmContact InformationHuman ResourcesCity of Nanaimo2nd Floor, 455 Wallace StreetNanaimo, BC V9R 5J6Phone: (250) 755-4406Fax: (250) 755-4449 Location Nanaimo , BC Work location On site Salary $ 142,276.9 YEAR annually Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source CivicJobs.ca #115617 Various locations Nanaimo, BC
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.