Designer / Engineering Technologist – Transportation & Structures

R.V. Anderson Associates Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Toronto is looking for a Bridge Designer / Engineering Technologist. The role involves developing CAD drawings and supporting various transportation projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in civil engineering technology, 1-3 years of drafting experience, and knowledge of bridge engineering. Competitive compensation and benefits offered, including flexible vacation and health coverage.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Flexible vacation policy

Health and dental coverage

Employee assistance programs

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience drafting and designing.
• Educational or work experience in drafting, specifically CAD.
• Exposure to construction methodologies and traffic staging is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Development of CAD drawings and delivery of bridge projects.
• Assist other Project CAD Technologists as needed.
• Coordinate responsibilities for producing drawings for projects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with AutoCAD

Interest in bridge engineering

Education

Degree or diploma in civil engineering technology

Job description

Your difference is the difference

Do you love to develop and share great ideas? Do you believe your insights can drive people forward? Do you appreciate working with others and building on mutual successes? Perfect. We do, too.

As an employee-owned company, we foster a culture where our people can thrive – and by thrive, we mean a place where you can share your ingenuity, express your difference, and grow in your very own way. Whatever your area, no matter your grade, your unique skills and perspective will help drive change from operations to the C-suite, across a wide of range of projects and channels.

Are you ready to build a future that’s uniquely yours? Join our award-winning team and make a difference that defines you.

RVA is currently seeking a Bridge Designer / Engineering Technologist to join their Bridges / Transportation Structures group in a full-time permanent position.

Reporting to the Bridge Manager, this role will give you an opportunity to work on a variety of projects including multi-disciplinary projects.The candidate would prepare CAD drawings and assist in delivery of bridges and other transportation projects.

Duties:

• Development of CAD drawings and delivery of bridge projects. Assist in coordination of projects with Highways, Environmental, Drainage, Hydrology, and other disciplines. Working in conjunction with the Project team, Project Engineer, and other members of the design team to complete projects of varying size and complexity from start to finish.
• In our team environment, as workload requires, assist other Project CAD Technologists in completing work for their project deadlines.
• Coordinate the varying responsibilities associated with managing and producing drawings for bridge/structural projects, including managing specific files and directories.
• Provide support to Senior CADD personnel, in creation of standards and methods to further the strategic development of relevant technologies.
• Working with the project team from initial evaluation through design to construction completion.
• Completion of periodic support for the field review during construction.
• Completion of review of shop drawings during construction, if required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• An applicable degree or diploma in civil engineering technology is preferred.
• 1-3 years of related experience drafting, designing, with an interest in conducting occasional site work as well
• Educational or work experience in drafting, specifically CAD and designing.
• Exposure and/or interest in bridge engineering, bridge layout and geometry, construction methodologies and sequence and traffic staging would be considered an asset.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD is a must.

Your better starts here
We don’t settle for less, and neither should you. As it happens, offering great benefits to our people is entirely possible: the numbers work out. Happy teams mean happy clients. It’s just that simple. From recruitment to flexibility, learning to leadership, wellness to inclusion, we give our people the tools they need to outperform in their careers and build lasting connections with our clients, our culture, and each other.

• Competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses
• Health, paramedical, vision, and dental coverage
• A flexible vacation policy that lets you determine your time off based on your other responsibilities and needs
• Top-up plans for new and expecting parents
• Firm-paid holidays, summer and winter breaks, and other leaves of absence that cover everything from extra family time, jury duty, or even completing a degree
• RVA Group Pension Plan with match
• Global Travel Assist Program that provides emergency out-of-country medical protection for you and your eligible family members on personal and business trips
• Access to a variety of free services (e.g., employee and family assistance programs, nutrition advice, caregiver support) and employee discounts (e.g., sports and entertainment tickets, major brands, insurance plans)
• Flexible and alternative work arrangements around core hours, including telecommuting and work-from-home options

Diversity, Inclusion, and Accommodations:
At RVA, we are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. RVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you require any special accommodations, please advise Human Resources. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

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