Engineering Designer, Water and Wastewater, Ottawa

R.V. Anderson Associates Limited

The Role

Overview

Assist in design and construction of water and wastewater treatment projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • process design
  • water studies
  • shop review
  • contract admin
  • autocad
  • revit

Tasks

-Organize/prepare conceptual, preliminary and final process design of: -Assisting with studies and Class EAs for water and wastewater projects. -Assist with shop drawings review and coordination. -Participate in contract administration during construction. -Help prepare AutoCAD and Revit design drawings.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • revit
  • engineering degree
  • ms office
  • english
  • driver's license

What You Bring

-Demonstrates superior English communication skills both oral and written. -Construction inspection and/or survey experience is an asset. -Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with staff, project team members and clients. -Valid driver’s license is required. -Completion of a University degree in Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution with a strong interest in water/wastewater projects. -Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. -1-2 years’ experience in water/wastewater projects would be an asset. -Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit is an asset, experience is preferred.

Benefits

-RVA Group Pension Plan with match -Health, paramedical, vision, and dental coverage -A flexible vacation policy that lets you determine your time off based on your other responsibilities and needs -Flexible and alternative work arrangements around core hours, including telecommuting and work-from-home options -Top-up plans for new and expecting parents -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) -Firm-paid holidays, summer and winter breaks, and other leaves of absence that cover everything from extra family time, jury duty, or even completing a degree -Global Travel Assist Program that provides emergency out-of-country medical protection for you and your eligible family members on personal and business trips -Competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses

The Company

About R.V. Anderson Associates Limited

-Employee-owned firm evolved from a six-person practice into a full-service engineering consultancy. -Delivers work spanning water, wastewater, transportation, environmental planning, and urban development across Canada and beyond. -Offers comprehensive services—consulting, design, project management, construction inspection, and plant operations. -Operates a multidisciplinary model with an in-house architecture division to support integrated, built-environment solutions. -Known for award-winning culture and recognized among Canada’s Best Managed Companies. -Typical projects include transit stations, sewer systems, water treatment upgrades, and urban revitalization schemes. -Retains a steady growth pattern while staying true to its founding legacy.

Sector Specialisms

Water

Wastewater

Transportation

Urban Development

Infrastructure

Buildings

Institutional Facilities

Municipal Facilities

Specialty Structures

Telecommunications

Environmental

Operations and Management Services

Hydraulic Modelling

Ecology

Signalization and Illumination

Transportation Planning

Structures

Architectural Solutions

Asset Management

Public Works Programs

Private Sector Participation Initiatives