CAD/Civil 3D Designer
About The Position
R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited (Burnside) and Neegan Burnside Ltd. (Neegan) are expanding our team in conjunction with the recent opening of the Thunder Bay office, and we’re looking for a CAD / Civil 3D Designer to help us deliver exceptional infrastructure solutions. At Burnside, the difference is our people. We foster a welcoming and collaborative culture where you'll thrive in a connected environment that champions mentorship and career development supported by colleagues across the organization. Our teams work with public, Indigenous, and private sector clients on diverse range of civil infrastructure projects including land development, municipal roadways, linear infrastructure, drainage and hydrology, water/wastewater systems, solid waste, and stormwater management. You’ll be a key contributor to our engineering design team, turning concepts into accurate, buildable designs that support land development, water/wastewater, drainage, municipal infrastructure and First Nation projects. You’ll help our projects move from vision to reality – on time, on budget, and with precision that earns client trust.
Requirements
- Diploma in Civil/Environmental/Construction Management or Computer Drafting (AutoCAD/Civil 3D), or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 2 years of experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. 5+ years of experience is preferred.
- Strong design skills and a passion for precision and creativity.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, SharePoint) and PDF editing tools.
- Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- High attention to detail and commitment to standards.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with municipal infrastructure design is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Produce complete, accurate, and well-organized drawings – plans, profiles, grading layouts, and details – that meet client and regulatory standards the first time
- Build and refine complex 3D models (solid, surface, and mesh) that improve design accuracy and help engineers make better decisions
- Use hydrology and stormwater design tools to model catchments, optimize flow paths and integrate stormwater systems seamlessly into site designs
- Design roadway corridors and underground pipe networks that met functionality, safety, and constructability targets.
- Coordinate inputs from internal teams and external sub consultants to produce cohesive, high-quality drawing sets on schedule.
- Assist with design calculations, quantity take-offs, and field coordination to keep projects moving smoothly from concept to construction.
- Support engineers and project managers by addressing design changes or contractor inquiries quickly and accurately
Benefits
- Flexible working hours and office locations, including hybrid working opportunities
- A competitive compensation and benefits package
- RSP company matching plan
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Potential for performance-driven bonusing
- Active social committees
- A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
