Junior Highway Designer – Grow with Canada’s Transport Team

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

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.