Junior/Intermediate Civil Engineering Tech - Campbell River

J E Anderson; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid vacation

Bonuses

Cell phone plan

Training and career development

Team culture and local impact

Job summary

J.E. Anderson & Associates, based in Campbell River, BC, is hiring a Junior/Intermediate Civil Engineering Tech to support civil design, drafting, and field tasks across Northern Vancouver Island.

You’ll report to the Campbell River engineering lead and contribute to site servicing, drainage, and road design. Ideal candidates have hands-on civil engineering experience and post-secondary training, with Civil3D or AutoCAD proficiency, strong communication, and a willingness to travel locally,

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience conducting civil engineering work.
• Post-secondary education in civil engineering.
• Proficiency with Civil3D or AutoCAD.
• Understanding of site servicing, stormwater and sewage, and road/active transportation design.
• Strong engineering principles and standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel locally and ferry travel.
• Valid driver’s license and clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Civil design, drafting, and calculations work using Civil3D.
• Support with project coordination and client communications.
• Site reviews and inspections.
• Occasional field work, including construction layout and topographic surveys.
• Support with proposals, reports, and applications.
• Liaising with project managers, contractors, approving authorities, clients, and the public.

Skills

Civil3D proficiency

AutoCAD knowledge

Civil engineering design understanding

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Strong communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in civil engineering

Tools

Civil3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Junior/Intermediate Civil Engineering Tech - Campbell River

Job No:JEAA23

Location:Campbell River, BC

• Work on civil engineering and land development projects across Northern Vancouver Island with a trusted, community-focused firm
• Earn a competitive starting wage of $30 to $42 per hour, plus company performance bonuses, extended benefits, and cell phone
• Join a supportive, tight-knit team that values autonomy, mentorship, and meaningful local impact

About J.E. Anderson & Associates

J.E. Anderson & Associates has spent more than six decades helping communities across Vancouver Island take shape, street by street and lot by lot. From civil engineering and land surveying to land development consulting, we are involved in every stage of developing land into functional spaces where people live, work, and connect. Our team works closely with municipalities, private developers, and First Nations to deliver projects that are practical, well-executed, and built to last. With offices in Victoria, Nanaimo, Parksville, and Campbell River, we offer the chance to build a lasting career close to home, surrounded by experienced professionals who enjoy what they do. If you are looking for engaging work, supportive teammates, and the satisfaction of seeing your efforts take shape in the community, this is a place where you can put down roots.

J.E. Anderson & Associates is looking for a full-time Junior or Intermediate Civil Engineering Tech based in Campbell River, BC, to support projects across Central and Northern Vancouver Island and surrounding islands.

With oversite from JEA's partners and management, and reporting directly to the engineering lead in our Campbell River office, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, well-documented civil engineering work, including drafting and design work, calculations, and reports, while supporting with project coordination and other office or project related tasks as needed and as your skills permit.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Civil design, drafting, and calculations work using Civil3D
• Support with project coordination and client communications
• Site reviews and inspections
• Occasional field work, including construction layout and topographic surveys
• Support with proposals, reports, and applications
• Liaising professionally with project managers, contractors, approving authorities, clients, and members of the public
• Occasional travel locally across the region as needed, including projects in the Comox Valley, Port McNeill, Gold River, and nearby islands such as Quadra and Cortes

AboutYou

To qualify, you will need relevanthands-on experience conducting civil engineering work, or a combination of practical experience and post-secondary education in civil engineering.

The following are required:

• Proficiency with Civil3D or other AutoCAD software
• A working understanding of civil engineering design and infrastructure projects including: site servicing, stormwater and sewage systems, and road & active transportation design
• A strong understanding of engineering principles, practices, and standards
• Experience completing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with project managers, colleagues, and clients
• Ability and willingness to travel locally for project needs, including ferry travel to nearby islands
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong judgment, clear communication skills, and the confidence to make sound decisions while knowing when to check in with senior members of the team for guidance. You are organized, dependable, and personable, with the ability to represent the company professionally. A satisfactory criminal record and background check my be required as a condition of employment.

This is an important role within a small, collaborative team, suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, values practical experience, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work that directly supports local communities across Vancouver Island.

About Compensation & Benefits

Compensation includes a competitive starting wage of $30 to $42 per hour, with overtime pay as projects and workload require.

Additional benefits include:

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation, overtime pay, sick time, and statutory holidays
• Company performance bonuses
• Company cell phone plan
• Formal and on-the-job training to promote continuous skill development
• Opportunities for career development and role advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with social events and activities
• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to local and regional land development projects

If you're looking to grow your career with a well-established firm that values practical experience, local impact, and a supportive team environment.

Live here. Work here. Breathe here.

Campbell River offers the kind of balance that's hard to come by. Set between the ocean and the mountains, it's a place where you can finish work and head straight to the trails, the water, or a local spot for fresh seafood. The community has an easygoing feel, with independent restaurants, craft breweries, and regular arts and culture events that bring people together. On your days off, it’s easy head up to the ski hill, or to take a day trip to Courtenay, Nanaimo, or even Victoria for a change of pace. Whether you’re into backcountry adventures or quiet mornings by the water, everything you need feels close. With steady work, friendly neighbours, and year-round access to the outdoors, it’s no surprise more people are putting down roots here. If you're thinking about a move, Campbell River is a good place to start.