Posted 7 days ago
CAD Designer
@ Arcadis
Canada
Overview
Arcadis is hiring an entry-level Water Engineering Designer for its Canadian Water Team in Markham, Ontario. The role supports preliminary and detailed design of water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and infrastructure, with site assessments and project support. The position is full-time, hybrid with at least 2-3 days per week on-site, and pays $56,000-$72,500 per year.
Pay:
$56,000–$72,500 a year
Responsibilities:
- Support preliminary and detailed design of water and wastewater facilities
- Conduct hydraulic calculations and size process equipment
- Prepare design reports, drawings, specifications and cost estimates
- Perform site visits, water sampling and condition assessments
- Support reports, presentations and client meetings
Requirements summary:
- Diploma in civil, environmental, chemical or mechanical engineering technology
- Prior design or consulting firm, internship or municipal experience preferred
- Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation or Revit preferred
- Experience with BioWin or GPS-X preferred
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Women, People with disabilities, Veterans |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology |
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Arcadis
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Full company description
Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and consultancy to the next level, advising clients at every step of every project. From strategy and planning through to implementation and delivery, we combine our human and digital intelligence to co-create environments that reflect our clients’ business and stakeholder needs. From creating a citywide sustainable legacy during and after the Paris Olympics to revolutionizing urban transit worldwide with metro systems from Sydney to Toronto, or securing clean drinking water for communities across more than 30 U.S. states, our world-changing solutions leave a positive and lasting impact. Our work has helped more than a third of the world's communities become more resilient, and hundreds of clients to advance their decarbonization and net-zero goals. Together, we are committed to solving today's greatest problems; creating a blueprint for a better future, designed to thrive. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,314,702
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 40,767
- Reported office locations
- Gustav Mahlerplein 97-103, Amsterdam, Nederland 1082 MS, NL
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- 630 Plaza Drive, 150+ Locations across U.S. and Canada, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126, US
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- Business categories
- Consulting
- Civil Engineering
- Water
- Other recorded names
- Arcadis
- Specialties
- Consultancy
- Architectural design
- Design & Engineering
- Natural and built assets
- Business Advisory
- Health and safety
- Environmental Remediation
- Sustainability
- Program
- Project and Cost Management
- Infrastructure
- Water
- Buildings
- Environment
- and Software
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- Reported total investment
- 25,000
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Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Professional Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Amsterdam, Nederland |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | ConsultancyArchitectural designDesign & EngineeringNatural and built assetsBusiness AdvisoryHealth and safetyEnvironmental RemediationSustainabilityProgramProject and Cost Management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 199 |
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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis' Canadian Water Team is looking for dedicated, creative, and energetic entry-level Water Engineering Designers interested in tackling challenges and developing sustainable solutions for water and wastewater treatment, pumping station, infrastructure upgrades and expansion, asset management and condition assessment. Collaborating with our experienced water professionals, you will support and drive the development of projects, interact and work with clients, and develop your technical capabilities.
This position follows a hybrid work model, requiring the successful candidate to be on-site at our Markham, Ontario office at least 2-3 days per week.
The role sits within our global business area Resilience. We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. Around the world, we’re feeling the effects climate change, rapid urbanization, loss of biodiversity. The rate at which we’re seeing large-scale, unforeseen events such as floods and wildfires, is becoming more frequent. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.
Role accountabilities:
As an Entry Level Water Engineering Designer on our team, you will be involved in preliminary and detailed design and construction services engineering for a range of water facilities projects including water and wastewater industrial and municipal treatment, pumping, and storage. Your support will also extend to project management activities. Additionally, you will contribute to sustainability and resilience projects by conducting vulnerability assessments, mitigation planning, and designing solutions for our clients.
In the field, you will be responsible for performing various tasks such as site visits and assessments, water sampling, analyzing collected data, evaluating technologies, troubleshooting processes, and optimizing plant operations. Your expertise will be essential in gathering critical data and ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of water and wastewater systems.
In addition to the accountabilities mentioned above, you will also:
- Support the process mechanical engineering team in the design of large municipal water and wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations
- Prepare preliminary and detailed designs in vertical infrastructure under the direction of the Project Manager
- Conduct hydraulic design calculations, size process equipment, and prepare design reports, specifications, process drawings, cost estimates, and tender documents
- The position also involves conducting condition assessments of existing facilities, commissioning design projects, troubleshooting performance issues, and providing support during construction services
- Support preparation of reports and presentations and participate in client meetings.
- Ensure project compliance with all Arcadis practices and quality, health and safety standards, and facilitate coordination for timely completion and submission of projects on time and budget.
- Work independently and as part of a team, with the flexibility to accommodate collaboration with team members across the U.S. and internationally.
- Learn and use digital tools to enhance customer experience, team and client collaboration, and project delivery including configuration and deployment of SharePoint, Building Information Modeling (BIM), CAD, Power BI, and Augmented Reality.
To excel in this role, you will need a range of skills and qualities. Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a diligent work ethic are crucial for success. You should be proactive and capable of embracing new projects and challenges regularly. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential to convey information clearly and collaborate effectively with team members and clients.
Being self-motivated, team-oriented, and adaptable is important as you will need to navigate and address new challenges as they arise. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills will enable you to tackle complex issues and devise innovative solutions. Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water/wastewater treatment, pumping is essential. Familiarity or experience with AutoCAD and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project are also valuable skills that will contribute to your success in this role.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering Technology (or a closely related engineering discipline).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior work/internship experience at a design or consulting engineering firm or municipal work environment.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation, Revit would be beneficial
- Experience with BioWin, GPS-X would also be beneficial.
Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
The salary range for this position is $56,000-$72,500 per year. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.
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