Civil Designer at Solaris MCI

Job Title: Civil Designer, Intermediate

Department: Civil Engineering

Industry: Natural Gas and LNG

Location: Surrey, British Columbia

Position Type: Full-time Regular, Monday – Friday

Website:https://solaris-mci.com

About Solaris Management Consultants Inc.

Established in 1993, Solaris Management Consultants Inc. (Solaris MCI) is now one of the largest privately held engineering firms in British Columbia. Operating as the project execution arm of the iniem Group of Companies, Solaris MCI is one of five entities, including OgeeDev, Ensol Systems, Solaris Solutions and Capstone ITS.

Solaris MCI offers in-house, multi-discipline engineering and project services for new and sustaining capital projects. With more than 30 years serving the energy industry, we are committed to energy transition, sustainability, and decarbonization. Our expertise includes natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, renewables, and technology solutions.

With offices located across North America, from Vancouver, B.C. to Houston, Texas, we are continuing to grow and are looking for all-star individuals to join our team.

Position Overview About The Role

We are currently seeking an Intermediate Civil Designer to join our dynamic team. As an integral member of the team, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and detailed civil design drawings, models, and technical documentation for a variety of infrastructure and land development projects. You will play a key role in coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams to support the successful delivery of projects in an efficient, cost-effective, and timely manner. Your commitment to technical accuracy, quality design, and achieving project objectives will be essential to your success in this diverse and rewarding role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in executing engineering tasks and works in accordance with established design and drafting protocols
• Prepare 3D models and design drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Produce a variety of project drawings including grading plan and sections, drainage plan and details, roadway alignment, profile and sections, civil design details as per engineer's markup or instruction.
• Collects, organizes, and evaluates data from various sources (i.e. previous design, studies, surveys, and other references).
• Interpret and carry out creative ideas proposed by other engineers or designers
• Follow Solaris company procedures on checking drawings
• Participate in project design and model review sessions
• Prepare Material Take Off

Skills & Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in computer aided drafting.
• Post-secondary education with a technical diploma in Civil Engineering would be an asset.
• Minimum 4+ years of hand-on experience working with Civil 3D and AutoCAD in an engineering environment
• Familiarity with design and drafting of grading, drainage, roadway, and other civil components.
• Familiarity with MS Office and Outlook.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Familiarity and understanding of engineering codes and standards

Demeanor Required

• Positive Attitude – Maintain a positive and supportive attitude towards team members and stakeholders,
• Proactive – Ability to anticipate administrative needs and address them promptly,
• Adaptable – Flexibility to handle changing priorities and demands in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and multiple deadlines,
• Collaborative – Strong team player with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams,
• Resilient – Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.

What Makes Us Different

We are an in-house, multidisciplinary team with a flat structure that values and promotes open communication and collaboration. Our culture is built on inclusion, balance, and purpose-driven work where every voice contributes. We support community initiatives and lead with care in everything we do.

What We Offer

At Solaris, we support your career and well-being with comprehensive benefits and a balanced work environment. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes health and wellness coverage, retirement savings support, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth through training and mentorship.

Compensation, Benefits & Growth

A career with Solaris MCI offers opportunities for growth through our organization’s flat team structure, internal training, and mentorship programs.

Our culture is diverse and inclusive, valuing individual contributions for the benefit of all. This can be seen each day in our team’s inclusive spirit, diverse backgrounds, encouragement for learning, teaching and advancement, and the attention to the health and well-being of all our employees. With our extensive benefits, RRSP matching program, and much more, we put our team and their families first.

The salary for this role is dependent upon skills and experience.

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in Solaris Management Consultants Inc. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every submission or follow-up. Please note that to comply with Canadian Law, all candidates being offered a position with Solaris Management must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We wish you all the best in your career search.