Drafter/Designer, Automation

Montreal, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Experience: BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 12, 2026

Original job description

Type of position: Temporary

Your future role on our team BBA is looking for a drafter/designer in automation to join an engineering team and play a key role in carrying out projects of all kinds.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

Participate in executing detailed engineering projects

Develop the design and layout of automated systems (control, instrumentation, motor control, etc.) for small to very large-scale projects

Develop the design and layout of low-voltage electrical systems (

Participate in studies and draft technical specifications and estimates (manufacturing, construction, purchasing)

Work closely with other BBA and client team members

Apply established work methods and improve them

Participate in project management (execution, costs, schedules)

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

Results-driven

Thirst to learn and excel

Willingness to work together while having fun

Sense of equity and inclusion

Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions

Caring mindset that puts people first

Desire to be in the thick of the action

Ability to look beyond established standards

Rigour and ethics

Strong interest in the world of technology

Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements

DVS in industrial/building drafting
DCS in electrical engineering
Available to travel occasionally to client sites in Québec and the rest of Canada
At least two years of experience as an electrical or automation drafter/designer
Proficient with AutoCAD
Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook and Excel)
Advanced level of English to collaborate effectively with BBA offices and/or clients outside Québec. The frequency of English use may range from occasional to daily, depending on ongoing projects
Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec
Asset: ASP Construction card

An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards

Annual base salary
Annual premium program for regular employees
Onsite mobility premium
Time bank
Cellphone fee reimbursements
Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
Retirement savings plan
Annual vacation and sick leave
Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

Fun and Collaboration committee
Access to many experts and coaching
A collaborative team that shares ideas and knowledge
Opportunity for site work: an amazing career accelerator!
Participation in our firm’s major projects by 2030: Going carbon-neutral Achieving 30% of women on our teams And more!
Custom training and development plans

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies , and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions - from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.

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Responsibilities

The role involves developing designs and layouts for automated and low-voltage electrical systems for projects of various scales. Responsibilities include drafting technical specifications, estimates, and participating in project management regarding costs and schedules.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least two years of experience as an electrical or automation drafter and proficiency in AutoCAD. Educational requirements include a DVS in industrial/building drafting or a DCS in electrical engineering, along with advanced English and French skills.

Skills

AutoCAD
Automation Design
Electrical Drafting
Low-voltage Electrical Systems
Technical Specifications
Project Management
Microsoft Office Suite
English Proficiency
French Proficiency
Instrumentation Design
Motor Control Design

Benefits

Annual premium program
Onsite mobility premium
Time bank
Cellphone fee reimbursements
Group insurance plan
Disability insurance
Telemedicine program
Retirement savings plan
Annual vacation
Sick leave
Employee referral premium
Custom training and development plans

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

AutoCAD
Automation
Electrical Engineering
Low-voltage Systems
Instrumentation
Motor Control
DVS
DCS
ASP Construction Card
Consulting Engineering
Renewable Energy
Oil and Gas
Mining
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Technical Specifications
Project Execution

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