Lead Engineer, Design Standards/ingenieur en chef, normes relatives a la conception; ingenieure[...]

Ontario Society of Professional Engineers; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering organization is seeking a Lead Engineer, Design Standards to drive innovation in highway design applications and digital workflows. The role involves leading the implementation of advanced engineering software and providing technical guidance to enhance standards and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a Professional Engineer license, expertise in highway engineering design, and strong leadership and communication skills. A valid driver's license is also required. Apply online by December 18, 2025.

Qualifications

• You are a Professional Engineer, licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• You have a valid driver's license or equivalent recognized in Ontario.
• You possess advanced knowledge of highway engineering design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and optimization of highway design applications.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance in developing standards.
• Analyze engineering and design issues for compliance with specifications.

Skills

Highway engineering design

BIM

Digital workflows

3D highway design

Leadership

Communication

Education

Professional Engineer license

Tools

OpenRoad Designer (ORD)

Contract Preparation System (CPS)

CAD-based applications

Job description

Lead Engineer, Design Standards

Are you an experienced engineering professional with expertise in highway design applications and digital solutions? Do you have a passion for driving innovation through Building Information Modelling (BIM) and advanced design technologies? If so, consider this exciting opportunity to join the Highway Design Office of the Standards and Management Section.

About the job

In this role, you will lead the implementation and optimization of highway design applications and digital workflows, including 3D highway design engineering software, Contract Preparation System (CPS), and BIM. You will provide technical leadership and guidance in developing standards, procedures, and tools to support highway design and contract documentation. You will analyze complex engineering and design issues, ensuring compliance with specifications and consistency in application of standards. You will identify and drive opportunities for innovation and process improvement to advance digital modernization in highway engineering design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and optimization of highway design applications and digital workflows, including 3D highway design engineering software, Contract Preparation System (CPS), and BIM.


• Provide technical leadership and guidance in developing standards, procedures, and tools to support highway design and contract documentation.


• Analyze complex engineering and design issues, ensuring compliance with specifications and consistency in application of standards.


• Identify and drive opportunities for innovation and process improvement to advance digital modernization in highway engineering design and construction.

Where you will work

• 301 St. Paul Street, St. Catharines


• 159 Sir William Hearst Avenue, Toronto


• 95 Arrow Road, Toronto


• 1355 John Counter Boulevard, Kingston


• 437 McKeown Avenue, North Bay


• 615 James Street South, Thunder Bay

Information Session

Join us Friday, December 5th at 12:00pm for an information session to learn more about the position. Register through this link.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• You are a Professional Engineer, licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).


• You have a valid driver's license or an equivalent recognized in the Province of Ontario.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

You have advanced knowledge of highway engineering design principles, standards, and applications, including digital workflows, customization of templates, BIM, and contract preparation processes. You are experienced with engineering design software such as OpenRoad Designer (ORD), Contract Preparation System (CPS), and other CAD-based applications. You understand procurement processes for engineering applications and can evaluate emerging technologies to support modernization initiatives. You are proficient in computer operation and software tools for documentation, analysis, and reporting, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

Analytical and Leadership / Guiding Skills

• Lead the development and implementation of highway design applications, standards, and procedures.


• Interpret and apply directives, policies, specifications, and digital workflows to ensure consistency and compliance.


• Provide expert advice and direction to support modernization initiatives and guide teams in adopting new technologies and practices.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

You have strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to provide expert advice on highway design engineering applications and digital workflows. You can prepare clear documentation, reports, and presentations to support standards development and modernization initiatives. You have excellent interpersonal skills to establish effective working relationships with colleagues, management, external stakeholders, and multi-disciplinary teams within the ministry and other jurisdictions.

You don't meet all qualifications?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

Additional information

Address: 301 St. Paul Street, St. Catharines; 159 Sir William Hearst Avenue, Toronto; 95 Arrow Road, Toronto; 1355 John Counter Boulevard, Kingston; 437 McKeown Avenue, North Bay; 615 James Street South, Thunder Bay. Compensation Group: Professional Engineers, Government of Ontario.

How to apply

Please apply online only at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting JobID 235549, by Thursday, December 18, 2025.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.