Transportation Project Designer

Post Date

Jul 13, 2025

Location

Peterborough,
Ontario

ZIP/Postal Code

K9J0B9
Canada
Sep 13, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Designer

Req #

TOR-793323

Pay Rate

$60k - $85k (estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Transportation Project Designer to join a leading Civil Engineering client in Peterborough Ontario. This is a hybrid role and requires 3 days per week on site Peterborough.

Reporting to the Department Manager you will provide design services for the completion of engineering design assignments for private and public sector clients. You may also be in the field for various types of pre-engineering investigations and/or inspections, or surveying.

This job is well suited for a Civil Engineering Technology graduate with a passion for engineering and a desire to learn.

Key Responsibilities:
Creating contract drawings using AutoCAD, InRoads and Civil 3D design software for highway and road related projects
Drafting technical reports.
Completing field reviews.
Preparing cost estimates and quantity calculations.
Preparing tender documents.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

5+ years experience in highway design
Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D, InRoads, and OpenRoads Designer (ORD)
MTO (Ministry of Transportation) design and project delivery experience
Excellent work ethic and ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.
General knowledge of various design standards and requirements, such as OPSS and OPSD.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Civil Engineering Technician/Technology Diploma.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.