CAD Designer

EXP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada is seeking a CAD Designer to prepare detailed design drawings for water and wastewater systems. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, along with 5–10 years of experience in CAD design and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation. The role offers a salary range between $80K and $100K, with an emphasis on collaboration with engineers and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in CAD design for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of municipal design standards and construction practices.
• Ability to mentor junior CAD staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed design drawings for watermain, storm, and sanitary sewer systems.
• Lead CAD design tasks for large‑diameter linear infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with engineers to translate design concepts into constructible drawings.
• Perform quality control checks on drawings.
• Support design teams during proposal development and project execution phases.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Proficiency in MicroStation

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field

Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation

Job description

Ottawa, ON

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators, and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee‑owned company, believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results, and shares ambitions for each other, our clients, and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience while staying connected to a global network of professionals who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future? Be our next CAD Designer!

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed design drawings for watermain, storm, and sanitary sewer systems, including plan and profile views, alignments, and connection details in urban environments.
• Lead CAD design tasks for large‑diameter linear infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to municipal standards.
• Collaborate with engineers to translate design concepts into constructible drawings, manage drawing production workflows, and maintain drawing standards across projects.
• Perform quality control checks on drawings and coordinate revisions based on engineering feedback.
• Support design teams during proposal development and project execution phases.
• Participate in design coordination meetings and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain organized drawing files and documentation for project records.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field.
• Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation is preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in CAD design for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation is essential.
• Strong understanding of municipal design standards and construction practices.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of CAD deliverables.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with trenchless design methods and large‑diameter pipe systems.
• Familiarity with GIS integration and data management.
• Knowledge of stormwater management design principles.
• Experience in preparing tender documents and as‑built drawings.
• Understanding of hydraulic modeling outputs and how they inform design.
• Ability to mentor junior CAD staff and contribute to continuous improvement of CAD standards.

The salary range for this role is between $80K and $100K. Compensation packages are based on experience and qualifications.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting [e-mail].

EXP provides engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments. With a heritage dating back to 1906, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.