Engineering Designer, Water
- Vancouver, BC, Canada
The salary range for this position is $72,000-$85,000/annum · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- The salary range for this position is $72,000-$85,000/annum
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 0-7 years’ experience in design or operation of water/wastewater systems would be an asset
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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.
RVA’s Vancouver office is looking for an Engineering Designer to join their Water team.
Duties
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.
The salary range for this position is $72,000-$85,000/annum
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.
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.
RVA’s Vancouver office is looking for an Engineering Designer to join their Water team.
Duties
- Assisting with preparing technical reports, including feasibilities studies, condition assessments, Class Environmental Assessments, design reports and preparation of proposals for municipal water and wastewater projects
- Organize/prepare conceptual, preliminary and final process design of projects including:
- Water Treatment Plants and Wastewater Treatment Plants
- Water and Wastewater Pumping Stations
- Reservoirs, Inground and Elevated
- Intakes and Outfalls
- Completing technical calculations and preparing mark ups of engineering drawings
- Coordinate with other multidisciplinary engineering teams and sub-consultants, including electrical, controls and instrumentation, structural, mechanical and architectural.
- Perform computer modelling as required (ex Biowin, Hydraulic modelling, etc)
- Assist with shop drawings review and coordination
- Contribute to the preparation of engineering proposals
- Participate in contract administration during construction
- Site review during construction, as required
- Participate in business development activities including involvement in and presentations to industry associations
- Contribute to the preparation of engineering proposals
- Other duties as assigned
- Completion of a University degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution with a strong interest in water/wastewater projects
- 0-7 years’ experience in design or operation of water/wastewater systems would be an asset
- Construction site review experience is an asset
- Demonstrates superior English communication skills both oral and written
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with staff, project team members and clients
- Valid driver’s license is required
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 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
The salary range for this position is $72,000-$85,000/annum
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.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Support the planning and design of municipal water and wastewater projects, including treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs, intakes, and outfalls. Prepare reports, calculations, drawings, models, and proposals; coordinate with multidisciplinary teams; and assist with construction administration, site reviews, and business development.
Requirements
A university degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering is required, along with a strong interest in water and wastewater projects. The role is suited to candidates with 0–7 years of relevant experience; construction site review experience, strong English communication, Microsoft Office proficiency, interpersonal skills, and a valid driver's license are also sought.
Skills
- Water and Wastewater Design
- Technical Report Preparation
- Process Design
- Engineering Calculations
- Engineering Drawing Markups
- Hydraulic Modeling
- BioWin Modeling
- Multidisciplinary Coordination
- Shop Drawing Review
- Contract Administration
- Construction Site Review
- Proposal Preparation
- Business Development
- Microsoft Office
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
Benefits
- Performance-Based Bonuses
- Health Coverage
- Paramedical Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Flexible Vacation
- Parental Leave Top-Up
- Paid Holidays
- Other Leaves of Absence
- Pension Plan With Employer Match
- Global Travel Assistance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Nutrition Advice
- Caregiver Support
- Employee Discounts
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Telecommuting
- Work-From-Home Options
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Construction
Keywords
- Municipal Water Projects
- Wastewater Projects
- Water Treatment Plants
- Wastewater Treatment Plants
- Water Pumping Stations
- Wastewater Pumping Stations
- Reservoirs
- Intakes
- Outfalls
- Feasibility Studies
- Condition Assessments
- Class Environmental Assessments
- Design Reports
- Process Design
- Technical Calculations
- Engineering Drawings
- BioWin
- Hydraulic Modeling
- Shop Drawings
- Contract Administration
- Construction Site Review
- Electrical Engineering
- Controls and Instrumentation
- Structural Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Architectural Coordination
- Proposal Preparation
- Business Development
- Microsoft Office
- Environmental Engineering