Intermediate Civil Highway Designer

AECOM; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada is looking for an Intermediate Civil Highway Designer to engage in designing highways and coordinating provincial and municipal projects. The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering Diploma alongside substantial experience with OpenRoads Designer and AutoCAD. This full-time role offers a salary ranging from $60,000 to $90,000 annually, reflecting the candidate's qualifications. The position emphasizes teamwork, mentorship for junior staff, and adherence to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Civil Engineering Technician/Technology Diploma + 2 years relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in the Civil Engineering field.
• Knowledge of TAC, OTM, and MTO design procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design highways using OpenRoads Designer software.
• Coordinate and assist with provincial and municipal design projects.
• Develop preliminary and detailed designs based on engineering reports.

Skills

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Civil Engineering experience

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Leadership capabilities

Multi-tasking

Education

Civil Engineering Technician/Technology Diploma

Tools

InRoads

Civil3D

Job description

Intermediate Civil Highway Designer

Location: Sudbury, ON, Canada.
Position is full‑time and expected to begin as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Design highways using OpenRoads Designer software.
• Coordinate and assist with provincial and municipal design projects.
• Develop preliminary and detailed design based on engineering reports, detailed notes, and client specifications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare preliminary and detailed design drawings, including plans, profiles, cross-sections, geometrics, drainage and utilities.
• Prepare design quantities, cost estimates, and provide technical support throughout the tendering and construction processes.
• Participate in meetings with internal staff, subconsultants, and clients, documenting decisions and following up on action items.
• Coordinate with project managers and design team members to understand project requirements and deliverables, and participate in decisions regarding technical methods, scheduling, and cost.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, environmental planners, technologists, subconsultants and administrative staff.
• Monitor project plans and schedules.
• Mentor, coach, and train junior staff, providing ongoing support and guidance for junior staff.
• Adhere to industry design standards and drafting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiencies.
• Conduct field visits.
• Commit to self‑development and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Civil Engineering Technician/Technology Diploma + 2 years relevant experience.
• 1+ year of experience using InRoads or OpenRoads software.
• 3+ years of experience using AutoCAD.
• 5+ years of experience in the Civil Engineering field.
• Knowledge of TAC, OTM, and MTO design procedures and standards.
• Experience with MTO highway designs is an asset.
• Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer and AutoCAD; experience with Civil3D and InRoads is considered an asset.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Proactive and reliable, with a strong ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and exceptional leadership abilities, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail, coupled with strong technical and organizational skills, ensuring precision and efficiency in all tasks.
• Previous consulting engineering experience is an asset.
• OACETT Certification (C.Tech or C.E.T.) is an asset.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship assistance not provided.
• Relocation assistance not provided.

Compensation

$60,000 – $90,000 per year, based on location and individual qualifications.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.