Project Engineer, Transportation Lighting & Signals - Barrie

R.V. Anderson Associates Limited; Barrie; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health coverage

Flexible vacation policy

Pension plan with match

Travel assistance program

Work-from-home options

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

RVA is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for our Barrie, Ontario office. You will work with transportation and electrical groups to design traffic signals, roadway lighting, and related civil works across Ontario.

The role requires CAD proficiency, strong communication, and coordination with clients and internal teams. You will mentor junior staff and contribute to BD activities while supporting project delivery from proposal to construction.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering with a focus on roadway lighting and traffic signal design.
• 5+ years of design experience in a consulting environment.
• Familiarity with TAC, ESA, IMSA, AODA, RP-8, Ontario Traffic Manuals, OPSS, and related standards.
• Proficiency in AGi32 and AutoCAD; optional knowledge of MicroStation, AutoTurn, SPIDAcalc.

Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical system designs for transportation projects including roadway lighting and traffic signals.
• Prepare schematic and detailed drawings, specs and cost estimates.
• Support project phases from proposal through construction.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams to support design development and delivery.
• Conduct lighting analysis with AGi32 and assist with contract documents and record drawings.
• Perform site visits, review conditions, support construction and inspections.
• Contribute to business development and client relationships.
• Mentor junior staff within the Transportation – Electrical group.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AGi32

AutoCAD

MicroStation

AutoTurn

SPIDAcalc

Job description

Full Time Barrie, Barrie, ON, CA

Your difference is the difference

Do you love to develop and share great ideas? Do you believe your insights can drive people forward? Do you appreciate working with others and building on mutual successes? Perfect. We do, too.

As an employee-owned company, we foster a culture where our people can thrive – and by thrive, we mean a place where you can share your ingenuity, express your difference, and grow in your very own way. Whatever your area, no matter your grade, your unique skills and perspective will help drive change from operations to the C-suite, across a wide of range of projects and channels.

Are you ready to build a future that’s uniquely yours? Join our award-winning team and make a difference that defines you.

We are actively seeking an experienced Project Engineer for our Barrie office. The successful applicant will work with the transportation and electrical groups to prepare designs for traffic signals, roadway lighting and associated civil works. This position will require technical knowledge of traffic signals and roadway lighting for transportation infrastructure design and construction components for existing and new projects primarily throughout Ontario.

Duties:

• Deliver engineering and design services for electrical systems on small to large-scale, multi-disciplinary transportation projects for public and private sector clients, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, and joint utility trench systems.
• Prepare schematic and detailed design drawings, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Provide technical and administrative support throughout all project phases, from proposal development to construction completion.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with clients and internal teams (engineers, architects, designers, and project managers) to support design development and project delivery.
• Conduct lighting analysis using AGi32 and support the preparation of contract documents and post-construction record drawings.
• Perform periodic field visits to review existing conditions, assess conflicts, support construction activities, and participate in commissioning and site inspections.
• Review shop drawings and assist with utility coordination and conflict resolution.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal preparation and client relationship management.
• Support and mentor junior staff and contribute to the overall growth of the Transportation – Electrical group.
• Participate in internal and external professional development activities.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering with a focus on roadway lighting and traffic signal design.
• 5+ years of relevant design experience, preferably within a consulting environment.
• Strong knowledge of applicable standards and regulations (e.g., TAC, ESA, IMSA, AODA, RP-8, Ontario Traffic Manuals, OPSS, Highway Traffic Act, PHM-125 Legal Plans).
• Proficiency in AGi32 and AutoCAD; experience with MicroStation, AutoTurn, and SPIDAcalc is an asset.
• Experience with utility coordination, conflict assessment, and preparation of pavement marking and roadway signage plans.
• Ability to calculate tender quantities and prepare construction cost estimates.
• Familiarity with Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) and municipal project requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle for business use.

Your better starts here

We don’t settle for less, and neither should you. As it happens, offering great benefits to our people is entirely possible: the numbers work out. Happy teams mean happy clients. It’s just that simple. From recruitment to flexibility, learning to leadership, wellness to inclusion, we give our people the tools they need to outperform in their careers and build lasting connections with our clients, our culture, and each other.

• Competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses
• Health, paramedical, vision, and dental coverage
• A flexible vacation policy that lets you determine your time off based on your other responsibilities and needs
• Top-up plans for new and expecting parents
• Firm-paid holidays, summer and winter breaks, and other leaves of absence that cover everything from extra family time, jury duty, or even completing a degree
• RVA Group Pension Plan with match
• Global Travel Assist Program that provides emergency out-of-country medical protection for you and your eligible family members on personal and business trips
• Access to a variety of free services (e.g., employee and family assistance programs, nutrition advice, caregiver support) and employee discounts (e.g., sports and entertainment tickets, major brands, insurance plans)
• Flexible and alternative work arrangements around core hours, including telecommuting and work-from-home options

Compensation Range

The salary range for this position is: $85,000.00 - $135,000.00

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Accommodations:

At RVA, we are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. RVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you require any special accommodations, please advise Human Resources. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

At RVA, we use AI in our applicant tracking system to improve the efficiency and fairness of recruitment. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team for a thorough evaluation.