Graphic Designer/Illustrator

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway. Context The ALTO project is a major infrastructure initiative in Canadian history, aimed at developing over 1,000 km of new passenger rail service between major urban centers, including Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City. Missions/Main Duties

• Collaborate with Project Design teams to identify the required graphic materials and organize their production.
• Design and adapt a variety of graphic assets (such as posters, brochures, presentation templates, web visuals, infographics, etc.) in collaboration with multidisciplinary design teams.
• Produce flat-vector icons and more detailed illustrations as needed.
• Enhance and refine design documents to improve their visual appeal and clarity, while meeting project deadlines.
• Work with the Cartography team as needed to support map-related visual tasks and ensure alignment between graphic and cartographic outputs.
• Apply consistent use of the project's visual identity across all materials and contribute to the development and enrichment of the project's graphic guidelines.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of visuals and graphic guidelines to address the evolving needs of the project.

Profile/Skills Education: Degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field. Years of experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role. Technical Competencies

• Broad graphic design skills, enabling work on a variety of materials (posters, brochures, presentations, web visuals, infographics, etc.), along with strong illustration and vector drawing abilities.
• Ability to create icons, flat-design elements, and more intricate pictograms involving perspective.
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail to ensure a consistent visual identity across all materials.
• Ability to monitor activities, report progress, and manage workloads effectively.
• Proficiency with creative software tools.
• Knowledge of maps, railways, or transit networks is considered a strong asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.*
• Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.

SkillsPersonal and soft skills :

• Attention to detail: Meticulous execution and a strong focus on visual quality.
• Open-mindedness: Willingness to accept feedback and adapt to client or team requests.
• Responsiveness: Ability to work within tight deadlines, manage priorities, and adapt quickly.
• Organizational skills: Effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Autonomy: Take initiative and work independently, while being comfortable seeking assistance when needed.

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. SYSTRA Canada has an equal access employment program and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply. Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.