Intermediate to Senior Engineering Technologist

Onsite Engineering Ltd.; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Career advancement opportunities

Benefits package including health, EV/

Relocation assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Onsite Engineering Ltd. in Courtenay is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Civil Engineering Technologist to support projects in the resource, municipal, energy, and mining sectors as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will collaborate closely with engineers, field personnel, and clients to deliver high-quality design packages from conceptual stages through to record drawings. Senior candidates will have the opportunity to lead survey projects, mentor junior team members, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• 4–7 years of related experience in consulting engineering or infrastructure design.
• Experience in surveying workflows, civil design, drafting production, and/or field engineering support.
• Registered or eligible for registration with ASTTBC as an AScT or CTech.
• Valid Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Surveying & Field Engineering Support: Perform field surveys and process survey data including total station, GNSS, and LiDAR; prepare construction layouts and staking files; convert as-built information to record drawings; collaborate with surveyors and field engineers for accuracy.
• Design & Drafting: Prepare detailed engineering drawings for civil and infrastructure projects; develop plans, profiles, cross-sections, grading designs, and construction details using AutoCAD Civil 3D; produce conceptual to record drawing packages.
• Project Coordination: Support engineers and project managers in preparing design packages and technical documentation; assist with quantity calculations, design checks, and QA; communicate with internal teams, clients, and contractors to resolve issues.

Skills

Field surveying

Civil design & drafting

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Data processing (GNSS/LiDAR)

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

ASTTBC AScT/CTech registration (eligible)

Valid driver’s license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Drone survey data processing

Job description

Company Overview:

Onsite Engineering is a mid-sized consulting engineering and geoscience company with multiple offices across BC. We are a diverse company that provides high quality engineering and geoscience services to government and industry in a professional yet casual work environment. We understand that, as professionals in the engineering field, the work we do builds the places we live, work, and play for generations and we are proud to play our part. We have purposely built our company to allow our professionals to do what they do best – top notch technical work.

Position Overview:

Onsite Engineering is seeking an experienced and motivated Intermediate to Senior Civil Engineering Technologist to join our Courtenay office. Reporting to the Office Manager, the successful candidate will support projects in the resource, municipal, energy, and mining sectors as part of a multidisciplinary team. This role involves surveying, civil design, drafting, and construction support. You will collaborate closely with engineers, field personnel, and clients to help deliver high-quality design packages from conceptual stages through to record drawings. Senior candidates will also have the opportunity to lead survey projects and teams, mentor junior team members, and contribute to project planning and field engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Surveying & Field Engineering Support
  • Perform Field Surveys as required
  • Process survey data, including total station, GNSS, and LiDAR datasets.
  • Prepare construction layout and staking files for field crews.
  • Convert as‑built survey information into updated record drawings.
  • Collaborate with surveyors and field engineers to ensure data accuracy and project alignment.
• Design & Drafting
  • Prepare detailed engineering drawings for civil and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors.
  • Develop plans, profiles, cross‑sections, grading designs, and construction details using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Produce conceptual, preliminary, tender, issued‑for‑construction, and record drawing packages.
• Project Coordination
  • Support engineers and project managers in preparing design packages and technical documentation.
  • Assist with quantity calculations, design checks, and quality assurance practices.
  • Communicate with internal teams, clients, and contractors to resolve technical issues.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Physically capable of performing fieldwork, including lifting equipment, working in varied terrain and weather, and traveling to remote locations for extended periods.
• Strong proficiency with topographic surveys using total station and GPS ‑ RTK methods.
• Experience with drone‑based survey and imagery is an asset.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D; and/or additional drafting/design software is an asset.
• Excellent attention to detail, and a strong commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision, particularly at senior levels.

Education & Experience:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 4–7 years of related experience in consulting engineering or infrastructure design.
• Experience in surveying workflows, civil design, drafting production, and/or field engineering support.
• Registered or eligible for registration with ASTTBC as an AScT or CTech.
• Valid Drivers License.

Salary:

$85,000-$110,000 annually, plus benefits. Actual compensation with the range will be determined based on job‑related factors such as engineering experience, certification level (AScT/CTech) and scope of responsibilities.

Benefits Summary:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary.
• Great career advancement opportunities.
• A full benefit package including extended health, vision, and dental coverage, and GRSP matching.
• Interesting and diverse project work.
• Relocation assistance.
• Continuous support for growth through both internal and external professional development opportunities.