Junior Design Engineer (Victoria)

The Role

We are looking for an innovative and accountable Junior Design Engineer with a passion for delivering the right solution to serve each client’s unique needs. You take pride in your work and build trust by following through on your commitments to your clients, partners, and colleagues. You need to have a say in what the world looks like, create sustainable and environmentally responsible solutions, and contribute towards healthy economies while making a lasting positive impact on society. In addition, you want to be part of a company culture that focuses on effectively growing and applying your marvellous talents.

The Company

We are a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm, but we are also more than that. Our diverse crew includes engineers, technologists, biologists, agrologists, planners, scientists, and more. We began in 1975 and work together in an environment that empowers us to think differently about real-world problems. We want to work with those who, like us, take pride in creating INNOVATIVE solutions that push the boundaries of conventional practices.

In addition, we seek opportunities for continuous improvement in our work and support those who have a passion for EXCELLENCE. Here, we care about each other and strive to create a fun, open and engaging environment that leverages our individual strengths and encourages vibrant discussion.

What You’ll Do

• Detailed design of municipal utilities and facilities and upgrades/retrofits to existing facilities
• Design calculations
• Report writing and preparing cost estimates
• Preparation of design drawings and tender documents
• Construction services including field inspections, possibly for extended periods of time, and reporting
• Hydraulic modelling and analysis of water and wastewater systems
• Planning studies for water distribution and sewage collection systems

What You’ll Bring

• A positive and motivated personality!
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field
• Registered as an E.I.T. or eligibility for registration with EGBC
• Previous work experience in engineering or related fields such as construction, survey, design, or mechanics is an asset
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and water modelling software (WaterCAD and InfoWater) is an asset
• Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and be able to work with team members in a multi-disciplinary environment
• A desire to learn new skills and an eagerness to grow within your role
• A valid driver’s license (in good standing) is mandatory
• Must be physically able to conduct field visits commensurate with project work. This may include handling and operation of equipment, travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, and outdoor site visits in all weather conditions on uneven/varying ground terrain.

What We Offer

• A hybrid-remote work environment
• Competitive salary and a generous performance-based bonus
• An opportunity for share ownership upon meeting the eligibility criteria
• Excellent benefits, including extended health, dental, vision and health care spending account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that offers 24/7 support for all employees and their family members via phone or online
• Annual Health & Wellness Allowance
• Ability to create your own work schedule and flexibility for your workday
• Relocation support, if applicable and the ability to work from any of our 5 offices
• Career Coaching program and continuous support for professional development and growth
• An employee-centric culture that includes sport participation, various team memberships, and team-building activities
• Direct guidance from experienced teammates and an opportunity to work with an award-winning team
• And more

Wage Range

• $75,000-$85,000, wage dependent on years of experience

Apply Now

Come and build your future with us.

KWL values diversity and equity within our teams and provides equality of treatment and opportunity to all employees and applicants. We are committed to encouraging applications regardless of age, race, colour, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and marital status. Recruitment selection will be based on the applicant’s possession of experience, essential skills, knowledge, and capability required to perform the job. Only those selected will be contacted.

We acknowledge that we are on the unceded, traditional & occupied territories, and as guests of the First Nations and the Métis Nation. We are grateful for the opportunity to work from this land.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Victoria, BC V8T 4N2