Project Designer, Utility Design

Aecon • Toronto, ON

4d • CA$60,000 - CA$90,000

About The Position

Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable, and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution, and renewable energy markets. Aecon Utility Engineering (AUE) is our in-house engineering division, providing specialized design, project, and quality management expertise across the full utility lifecycle. AUE partners closely with construction teams and clients to deliver value-driven engineering solutions that optimize performance, enhance reliability, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and client standards. The incumbent is joining the team to support the Hamilton LRT project. The Hamilton LRT Civil & Utilities Alliance has been selected by Metrolinx as the development partner for the Hamilton LRT Civil & Utilities Works project in Ontario. Under the alliance, Aecon is the construction partner responsible for project delivery. The Hamilton LRT will bring 14 kilometres of modern, reliable, and frequent LRT service across Hamilton’s downtown core. The Hamilton LRT isn’t just a transit project—it’s reshaping how a city connects, grows, and moves. Join us in being part of a dynamic team building critical infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come! Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Designer, Utility Design, will be responsible for preparing and reviewing dry utility design drawings and calculations for the project. This role ensures the accuracy, quality, and timely delivery of design packages.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Electrical/Civil Engineering or Architectural program.
• Minimum eight years of design experience with utility projects, specifically telecommunications, hydro, and gas.
• Substantial understanding of reviewing electrical/civil engineering drawings and site plans.
• Strong understanding of municipality standards.
• Minimum three years drafting experience using AutoCAD or MicroStation, with strong proficiency in AutoCAD including customization of scripts, tools, and menus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) with strong capabilities in document creation and data analysis.
• Excellent safety and attendance record and previously demonstrated strong safety awareness.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, BIM and Common Data Environment is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with the CSA standards is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Complete moderate to complex design drawings, quantity calculations and as-built drawings for various types of utility and light rail transit (LRT) projects using various software packages (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, SPIDA Calc, PLS-CADD, IKE Office, Pull Planner and AGi32) with the support of leadership.
• Work with permit drawings, LRT corridor plans, and municipal/city regulations to understand full project scope, including rail clearances, utility conflicts, and transit authority standards.
• Apply LRT-specific design requirements including grounding and bonding, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), stray current mitigation, clearance envelopes, and integration with track, systems, and civil infrastructure.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers to ensure accuracy of drawings.
• Provide feedback on current internal design processes, tools to promote best practices, continuous improvement, and alignment with LRT project delivery standards.
• Consults with Project Engineers and Field Inspectors to problem solve complex design and field issues, including utility conflicts, clearance violations, and construction constraints in rail environments.
• Manage project schedules and deliverables with support from senior team members.
• Track quality of project deliverables and completion of projects within budget, tracking project hours and strategically staying within designated hours.
• Train Project Technicians on design fundamentals, quality expectations, and LRT-specific design considerations.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree