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Engineering Designer, Water

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Sep 10, 2026
1 position

$75,000–$85,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Engineering Designer will assist in preparing technical reports, feasibility studies, and process designs for municipal water and wastewater projects. They will also coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, perform computer modelling, and participate in contract administration and site reviews during construction.

Job details

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 Waterloo office is looking for an Engineering Designer to join their 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 * 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 * Other duties as assigned Qualifications: * 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 * 0-3+ 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 Your better starts here 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, summer and winter breaks, 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 Compensation Range The salary range for this position is $75,000-$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. #LI-AS1 #LI-Onsite #LI-Entry

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a University degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering with a strong interest in water/wastewater systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and superior English communication skills are required, with 0-3 years of relevant experience considered an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Performance-based bonuses • Health coverage • Paramedical coverage • Vision coverage • Dental coverage • Flexible vacation policy • Parental leave top-up • Firm-paid holidays • Summer and winter breaks • Group pension plan • Global travel assist program • Employee assistance program • Nutrition advice • Caregiver support • Employee discounts • Telecommuting options