Junior Highway Designer

Egis in Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Accommodations on request

Job summary

Egis Canada in Alberta is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Highway Designer to support highway design from planning through construction documentation. You will collaborate with senior engineers and project teams to deliver safe, compliant transportation solutions across Canada’s infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, knowledge of Canadian design standards, and strong communication. 1–3 years of civil engineering experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for highway design.
• Knowledge of highway geometric design principles and standards (Ontario/Canadian regulations).
• Understanding of traffic engineering concepts and transportation planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing highway design plans, profiles, and cross-sections using industry-standard software and design principles.
• Conduct geometric design analysis to ensure compliance with Canadian highway standards and safety regulations.
• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, and construction documentation under guidance of senior engineers.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including drainage, geotechnical, foundations, environmental specialists, and project managers.
• Review design specifications and ensure adherence to project requirements and regulatory standards.
• Participate in site visits and field investigations to gather data and assess existing conditions.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Identify and analyze design challenges, proposing practical solutions with appropriate technical justification.
• Support the development of project schedules and budgets related to design activities.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Highway design principles

Traffic engineering concepts

Analytical mindset

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

MS Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join Egis and be part of our exciting growth across Canada. As a member of our global team of 23,500+ engineers, architects, scientists and consultants, you'll help deliver some of the country's most impactful infrastructure, transportation, buildings and energy projects while building a career with global opportunities and local impact.

Job Description

We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Junior Highway Designer to join our growing team in Alberta. In this role, you will support the design and development of highway infrastructure projects, working collaboratively with senior engineers and project teams to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant transportation solutions. You will contribute to all phases of highway design, from preliminary planning through final construction documentation, while developing your expertise in transportation engineering and design standards.

• Assist in the preparation of highway design plans, profiles, and cross-sections using industry-standard software and design principles.
• Conduct geometric design analysis to ensure compliance with Canadian highway standards and safety regulations.
• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, and construction documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including drainage, geotechnical, foundations,environmental specialists, and project managers.
• Review design specifications and ensure adherence to project requirements and regulatory standards.
• Participate in site visits and field investigations to gather data and assess existing conditions.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Identify and analyze design challenges, proposing practical solutions with appropriate technical justification.
• Support the development of project schedules and budgets related to design activities.

Qualifications

**Required Skills and Experience:**

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for highway design and drafting.
• Knowledge of highway geometric design principles and standards (Ontario/Canadian regulations).
• Understanding of traffic engineering concepts and transportation planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

**Preferred Skills and Experience:**

• 1-3 years of experience in civil engineering, highway design, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience with Civil3D and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of environmental assessment and permitting processes.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or progress toward licensure.

Additional Information

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.