Junior Civil Engineer

GEI Consultants; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a junior civil engineer to join its dynamic team in Kitchener. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects related to land development and water resources, collaborating with experienced professionals. You will develop designs for grading and stormwater management, assist with AutoCAD drafting, and contribute to technical reports. The company fosters a culture of growth and sustainability, providing competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits

Wellness accounts

Hybrid work

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development programs

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Ownership opportunities

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of civil engineering experience required.
• Ability to obtain P.Eng. in Ontario is essential.
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop site grading and stormwater management designs.
• Assist with AutoCAD drafting and stormwater modeling.
• Prepare design calculations for sanitary and storm sewers.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Technical Report Writing

Communication Skills

Stormwater Modeling

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PCSWMM

MIDUSS

OTTHYMO

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI is seeking a junior professional to contribute to the growth of its land development and water resources team. The role involves working collaboratively with design, management, and technical leaders on projects related to drainage, stormwater management, and land development. The position supports GEI’s civil engineering practice in Kitchener, Ontario.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties :

1. Develop site grading, servicing, and stormwater management designs.
2. Assist with AutoCAD drafting in Civil 3D.
3. Complete stormwater modeling, including Low Impact Development systems.
4. Prepare design calculations for sanitary and storm sewers.
5. Develop and evaluate design alternatives.
6. Respond to review agency comments.
7. Attend meetings with clients and review agencies.
8. Evaluate data and prepare technical reports, letters, and memoranda.
9. Assist with proposal preparation.
10. Prepare construction specifications and tender documents.
11. Coordinate with project managers, team staff, and clients.
12. Provide construction inspection as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• 0-4 years of civil engineering experience and familiarity with engineering design processes.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain P.Eng. in Ontario.
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills.
• Experience with stormwater modeling software (asset): PCSWMM, MIDUSS, OTTHYMO.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D (asset).
• Willingness to work from Kitchener office and travel as required.
• Ability to perform field tasks.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license.

About GEI

GEI addresses global challenges like climate change and sustainable development through innovative engineering solutions. With multiple North American offices, GEI offers diverse projects and a collaborative culture. Recently, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, enhancing its expertise in asset management and infrastructure planning.

Employee Ownership and Culture

As an employee-owned company, GEI promotes a flat leadership structure, career growth, and a culture centered on Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community-Minded values, emphasizing sustainability, safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Total Rewards

• Competitive compensation and annual bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits, health care, wellness accounts.
• Hybrid work, cell phone stipends.
• Continuing education, tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development programs.
• Support for professional licenses and dues.
• Paid holidays, generous leave.
• Recognition programs, RRSP, ownership opportunities.
• Vibrant, inclusive culture.

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process.