Senior Business Analyst

DSEL - David Schaeffer Engineering Ltd.; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in York Region is looking for a Senior Business Analyst to support automation design initiatives within civil engineering. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and 5+ years of analytical experience. The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering and technology teams. Benefits include a flexible 36-hour work week, remote work options, and a comprehensive benefits plan. Join a forward-thinking environment focused on innovative design solutions.

Benefits

Flexible 36-hour work week

Dental/medical benefits plan

Wellness Spending Account

Competitive salary

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive work environment

Annual career review

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a business analyst in an engineering environment.
• Experience with technology or automation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of design workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements gathering and business analysis for automation projects.
• Collaborate on technology solutions for design efficiency.
• Prepare documentation and reports for cross-functional audiences.

Skills

Civil engineering design principles

Business analysis

Technical communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Business Analyst – Automation & Civil Engineering Support

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to support and accelerate our automation design initiatives within the subdivision engineering domain. This role blends strong analytical capabilities with in-depth understanding of civil engineering processes and technology-driven design tools. You will work directly with the Automation and Engineering teams and report to the Head of Automation (and to me). Your insights will help shape how engineering work is automated, optimized, and operationalized across the organization.

What You’ll Do

Business & Technical Analysis

• Lead requirements gathering and business analysis for automation and design optimization projects.
• Translate engineering and operational needs into clear specifications for technical teams.
• Map existing processes in detailed workflows and identify opportunities for automation and improvement.

Project Support & Delivery

• Collaborate with engineers, software developers, and automation specialists to scope, plan, and deliver technology solutions that support subdivision design efficiency.
• Manage project milestones, communicate progress, and help mitigate risks.
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring solutions meet the needs of technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a bridge between engineering, automation, and leadership teams.
• Prepare clear documentation, dashboards, and reports for cross-functional audiences.
• Facilitate meetings and workshops with civil engineers, product owners, and developers.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze performance metrics to identify trends and opportunities for further automation.
• Recommend best practices and tooling to enhance productivity, accuracy, and engineering quality.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Significant experience (5+ years) as a business analyst or in a similar analytical role — ideally within an engineering or technical environment.
• Experience working on technology or automation initiatives, with a strong understanding of design workflows.

Technical & Domain Skills

• Deep understanding of civil engineering design principles, particularly in land development or subdivision engineering.
• Familiarity with design tools and engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar).
• Comfortable assessing technical requirements and communicating with software development teams (experience with automation tools is a plus).

Communication & Collaboration

• Exceptional verbal and written communication: able to distill complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical thinker with a structured approach to solving ambiguous problems.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and detail-oriented with a bias toward action.
• Collaborative mindset and strong stakeholder management skills.

Why You’ll Love Working at DSEL

• Participate in industry-leading automation design projects that impact how civil engineering work is delivered.
• Work alongside innovative engineers and technology professionals.
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid and remote options.

What we offer

• Flexible 36-hour work week
• Remote work flexibility
• Dental/medical benefits plan (premiums paid by DSEL)
• Wellness Spending Account
• Competitive, merit-based salary
• Opportunities to grow based on merit, not years of service
• Supportive place to work with team event opportunities
• Annual career review