R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited is seeking an Engineering Assistant to join our Thunder Bay team. The anticipated start date for this position is April 2027. This is an opportunity to contribute to a variety of municipal infrastructure and private land development projects while developing your technical skills and gaining practical experience in a multidisciplinary consulting environment.

Working alongside experienced engineers and technical staff, you’ll support the planning, design, and delivery of infrastructure projects that serve communities across Northern Ontario.

If you enjoy problem-solving, working collaboratively, and learning how engineering projects progress from concept through to construction, this role offers an opportunity to build your experience and grow your career.

What You’ll Do

- Grow and develop your technical expertise as part of a team, including working with your supervisor and other leadership/coaches/mentors within the organization;
- Preparation of reports and detailed designs including functional and detailed design of stormwater management, water distribution, storm and sanitary collection, roadways, earthworks, site plans and lot grading for land development projects;
- Preparing a wide variety of documents including proposals, workplans, schedules, technical memorandums, meeting minutes, technical specifications, and reports utilizing the templates developed both by our team and the corporate standards;
- Collaborating with and contributing to multi-office design teams to ensure project delivery successfully meets the needs of clients;
- Producing and/or working with detailed engineering design documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D;




- Perform contract administration and site inspections, as needed;
- Regional travel for client and agency meetings, business development, inspections, and site visits, as required;
- Attendance at conferences & seminars, participating in continual improvements and career development initiatives; and
- Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

- A degree in Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
- A willingness to learn about projects involving water and wastewater, roads, stormwater management, drainage, and land development.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, organized, and high-quality work.
- Positive written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineers, technical staff, and other project team members.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
- A proactive, team-oriented approach and the initiative to ask questions, seek guidance, and take on new challenges.

What Success Looks Like

- You produce accurate, well-organized work that supports the successful completion of engineering projects.
- You work effectively with engineers and other technical staff, communicate progress,



and seek clarification when needed.
- You manage assigned tasks, follow through on commitments, and help keep project deliverables on schedule.
- You build your understanding of engineering standards, design practices, project workflows, and municipal infrastructure.
- You take pride in your work, check details carefully, and respond constructively to feedback.
- You demonstrate curiosity, identify opportunities to help the team, and gradually take on greater responsibility as your skills develop.

This is your chance to kickstart your career by working on meaningful projects that impact communities. At Burnside, we prioritize mentorship and foster an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. You’ll join a team that values innovation, teamwork, and a passion for civil engineering.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

- Contributing to the growth and development of a new office in Thunder Bay.
- Meaningful, community-focused projects across the North and West Region.
- Supportive environment where collaboration and knowledge-sharing are encouraged.
- Opportunities to work on a variety of project types that expand your skills and experience.
- Flexibility to apply both your technical field expertise and civil design knowledge in a balanced role.

Salary Range:

$70,000 - $75,000

The final compensation offered will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

Position Type:

New Position

Why Choose the Burnside Group of Companies?

The Burnside Group of Companies includes R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited with a focus on municipal, public agencie

📌 Engineering Assistant (Northeastern Ontario)
🏢 R.J. Burnside
📍 Northeastern Ontario