Civil Designer

Solaris; Surrey; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Surrey is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Civil Designer to join their team. In this full-time role, you will assist in delivering civil design and drafting services, preparing project drawings, and managing design tasks while supporting engineers. Ideal candidates will have a technical diploma in Civil Engineering and relevant work experience. The estimated salary range is between $64,000-81,000+ annually, depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with technical diploma in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience with 4+ years for intermediate or 8+ years for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in executing engineering tasks according to design protocols.
• Prepare models and drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Participate in project design and model review meetings.

Skills

3D modeling

2D drafting

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

communication skills

Education

Technical diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

Autodesk

Hexagon CADWorx Structure

ESRI ArcGIS

Job description

Job Title : Civil Designer, Intermediate / Senior

Department : Civil Engineering

Industry : Gas Industry, including upstream / midstream and LNG

Location : Surrey, British Columbia

Position Type : Full-time

Website : https : / / solaris- /

About Solaris Management Consultants Inc.

Established in 1993, Solaris Management Consultants Inc. (Solaris MCI) is now one of the largest privately held engineering firms in British Columbia. Operating as the project execution arm of our Group of Companies, Solaris MCI is one of five entities, including OgeeDev, Ensol Systems, Solaris Solutions and Capstone ITS.

Solaris MCI offers in-house, multi-discipline engineering and project services for new and sustaining capital projects. With more than 30 years serving the energy industry, we are committed to energy transition, sustainability, and decarbonization. Our expertise includes natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, renewables, and technology solutions.

We are currently seeking an Intermediate and Senior Civil Designer (s)to join our dynamic team. As an integral member of the team, you will have the opportunity to deliver civil design and drafting services and work with other designers in the development and review of various engineering drawings. Your pride in supporting engineers in producing high quality, practical designs from concept through to commissioning will be a vital part of this diverse and interesting position. Your desire to complete projects as accurately and as efficiently as possible will lead to opportunities to manage a small group of designers.

Responsibilities :

• Assist engineers in executing engineering tasks and works in accordance with established design and drafting protocols.
• Prepare 3D models and design drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Produce a variety of project drawings including grading plan and sections, drainage plan and details, roadway alignment, profile and sections, civil design details as per engineer's markup or instruction.
• Interpret and carry out creative ideas proposed by other engineers or designers.
• Follow company standards and procedures including checking drawings.
• Participate in project design and model review meetings.
• Creates and modifies drawings based on sketches, templates, previous designs, or 3D models.
• Collects, organizes, and evaluates data from various sources (i.e. previous designs, studies, surveys, and other references).
• Interprets and carries out creative ideas independently or as proposed by other senior specialists, designers, or engineers.
• Attend internal training lessons.
• Prepare technical drawing packages for submission to various external parties.
• Produces and maintains discipline specific drawing sets.
• Conducts clash detection analysis.
• Prepare material take-offs.
• May act as a coordinator : Mentor junior designers / tasks and work schedules to achieve the project with different disciplines to resolve design problems, discuss project criteria, and facilitate smooth project recommendations and implement design tools to improve drafting efficiencies.

Skills and Qualifications :

Post-secondary education with technical diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction, CAD / CADD, Design / Drafting, and / or Applied Sciences

Intermediate : 4+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of studies

Senior : 8+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of studies

Familiarity with various computer aided design and drafting (CADD) software, including Autodesk, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Autoturn.

Ability to perform 3D modeling and 2D drafting.

Familiarity with design and drafting of grading, drainage, roadway, and other civil components.

Experience with Microsoft Office products is preferred.

Valid technical software vendor certification is preferred, including Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User or Professional, Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting.

Registered Graduate Technologist and Technician (GradTech) with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) preferred.

Site survey experience would be an asset.

Experience with Hexagon CADWorx Structure, or ESRI ArcGIS would be an asset.

Self-motivated with good communication skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Ability to work independently in accordance with established drafting protocols.

Positive, creative, and with a continuous learning mindset.

Basic familiarity and understanding of engineering codes and standards.

Salary is based on an average of 37.5 hours a week. The competitive salary will be based on skills and experience.

Estimated range is between $64,000-81,000+ / annually

NOTE : Thank you for your interest in Solaris Management Consultants Inc. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every submission or follow-up. Please note that to comply with Canadian Law, all candidates being offered a position with Solaris Management must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We wish you all the best in your career search!