Civil Design Engineer

aplinmartin; Surrey; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Education assistance

RRSP and employer matching

Flexible working arrangements

Career development

Team building events

Job summary

Aplin Martin is seeking a Design Engineer to drive the detailed design from concept to issuance for construction drawings on land development and capital works projects in BC, AB, and ON. The role includes tendering and construction administration, with mentorship to junior staff.

You will produce detailed AutoCAD Civil 3D drawings, review calculations, and support Project Managers with fee proposals and contract documents. Flexible, supportive environment offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of local experience in design of land development or capital works projects.
• Registered as an EIT or P.Eng. within the province of work.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
• High-quality, accurate work with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed engineering drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D for land development and capital works projects.
• Provide input to Project Managers for fee proposals.
• Prepare and review design calculations per current standards.
• Interpret topographic information for design.
• Conduct site and lot grading and earthworks balancing/optimization.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Prepare reports, letters, memos and project correspondence.
• Answer technical inquiries during project construction.
• Mentor junior design team members.
• Compile as-built records for design and records drawings.
• Prepare contract documents for tendering and execute design drawings; assist in construction administration.

Skills

Land development design

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Project coordination

Communication

Mentoring junior staff

Education

EIT or P.Eng. registration (BC)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

About Us

Aplin Martin is a full-service Civil Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Environmental and Survey company, celebrating over 57 years of success in making sustainable communities a reality across Canada. Over the five decades, the Aplin Martin family has grown into a multi-disciplinary firm of around 300 talented and dedicated professionals delivering innovative and practical design solutions, approval strategies, and project management services to our clients in BC, AB, and ON. We are dedicated to nurturing our employees’ growth and development and providing a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional development that ensures a rewarding career within our organization.

Position Overview

The Design Engineer will have direct involvement with the detailed design process to ensure completion of the design objectives, approvals and all necessary documents required. The Design Engineer will assume responsibilities from the conceptual level through to detailed issuance for construction drawings and be involved in the tendering and construction administration of the project.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation of detailed engineering drawings (primarily using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related applications) for a variety of land development and capital works projects.
• Provide input to Project Managers for the preparation of fee proposals.
• Prepare and review design calculations in accordance with current standards.
• Interpretation of topographic information required for design.
• Site and lot grading and earthworks balancing/optimization.
• Preparation of quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Preparation of reports, letters, memos and other project correspondence.
• Answer technical enquiries during the construction of the project.
• Provide some direction and mentoring to junior members of the design team.
• Compilation of as-built records for design and record drawings.
• Preparation of contract documents for project tendering and execution of the project design drawings, and;
• Contract administration during the construction phase.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of local experience in design of land development or capital works projects.
• Registered as an EIT or P.Eng. within the province of work.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to work simultaneously on several different projects.
• Consistently able to produce accurate, high-quality work.
• Comfortable carrying out design work with limited supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledgeable of technical design issues, constructability, cost, and design approvals.
• Knowledgeable of tender preparation with construction administration experience preferred.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $86,000 to $93,000 per year, commensurate with experience, skillsets, and qualifications.

Benefits & Rewards

• Comprehensive health benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program, life insurance, AD&D and LTD
• Education assistance program
• Monthly health & fitness allowance
• Group RRSP program & employer matching
• Flexible working arrangements
• Equal opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization
• Fun social, team building events and professional development activities
• A Culture that supports learning, collaboration, and work-life balance

Aplin Martin is committed to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance during the hiring process, please reach out at [e-mail].

Aplin Martin is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.