Visual designer Jobs in Ottawa, ON

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world. If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals passionate about the future of transportation.

Do you see your career as a highway to a brighter future? Join our roadways team to drive forth our economies, our societies, and your career.

Your Opportunity

In this position as a Civil CAD Designer - Roadways & Highways, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team of engineers and technologists on exciting and challenging multi-disciplinary projects for a range of public and private sector clients. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Works closely with project managers, engineers and other team members to ensure coordination of design effort.

• Review of topographic survey, contours and points

• Manipulating survey data and creating original ground and design 3D Surface

• Developing horizontal and vertical alignment geometry

• Creating templates for cut and fill, ditch, urban and rural sections

• Creating Design Sections and Corridor

• Prepare quantities, contract drawings and documents for tender and construction.

• Preparing conceptual, functional, preliminary design drawings for presentations, and reports

• Liaison with all discipline team members, sub-consultants, clients and agencies.

• Prepare and review detailed design drawings and presentation materials of highways, urban roads, interchanges and intersections.

• Adheres to the corporate guidelines and applies them in their work.

• Follow QA/QC procedures

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Advanced proficiency with various design software packages: AutoCAD, Civil3D and\or OpenRoads, AutoTurn,

• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.

• Practical knowledge of the TAC, OTM and MTO design procedures and standards.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Able to work independently, and contribute in a team environment.

• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.

• Strong organizational skills, time management and ability to prioritize.

Education and Experience

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in roadway design and transportation engineering.

• OACETT membership or CET / C.Tech designation considered an asset.

• Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range:

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$96,500.00 - $139,900.00 Annually

Primary Location: Canada | ON | Ottawa
Other Locations: Canada | ON | Kingston
Organization: BC-1636 Transpt-CA Ontario East & Atlantic
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Individual contributor
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 10/11/2026 08:11:14
Req ID: 1008849