There are well-equipped undergraduate and postgraduate laboratories in the areas of Applied Mechanics, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structures, Transportation and Water Resources. The Faculty of Engineering graduates approximately 220 students per year with degrees in Biosystems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. The Faculty is committed to enhancing equity and accessibility, which is demonstrated by its highly effective Engineering Access Program for Aboriginal students, the most successful program of its kind in Canada. Winnipeg is a city of 600,000, noted for its theatre, orchestras, international sports, and ethnic diversity. There is an abundance of housing at reasonable prices in vibrant neighbourhoods, and an excellent school system.
Daycare is available on campus.
The successful candidate for this position will have the ability to provide strong leadership and sound administration and will have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Registration or eligibility to register in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of Manitoba is a requirement. The appointment as head is renewable, in accordance with University policy. Salary and rank will be dependent on qualifications and experience. The Head of Department is supported by an Associate Head and an Administrative Assistant, and reports to the Dean of the Faculty.