CAD Designer (Technologist)

Onterris; Calgary; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Civil CAD Technologist to join our Calgary or Edmonton teams. You will assist multiple projects, collaborating with engineers, scientists and clients to deliver accurate CAD drawings and robust design deliverables.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering Technology credential and 2+ years of CAD experience, with strong AutoCAD Civil 3D skills. Field knowledge and willingness to travel are a plus.

Qualifications

• A diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field.
• 2+ years of CAD or civil design experience, ideally in consulting.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Interest in water resources, municipal, or environmental projects.
• Careful work habits and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage several tasks and meet deadlines.
• Clear, direct communication and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clear, accurate CAD drawings in AutoCAD Civil 3D for stormwater and municipal projects.
• Build surfaces, alignments, profiles, sections, corridors, and 3D models from survey data.
• Produce plan, profile and cross-section drawings for design packages.
• Interpret survey data, UAV imagery, and field notes to support designs.
• Complete take-offs to support quantity and cost estimates.
• QA/QC on drawings and maintain CAD standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, scientists, surveyors and clients to keep projects moving.
• Help improve CAD standards, workflows and efficiency.
• Share knowledge and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Multitasking

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

PCSWMM

Global Mapper

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose,responsibilityand real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected,interwovenand international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams,consultantsand professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us,you’renot just forging acareer,you’rejoining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smartersolutionsand lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an CAD Designer (Technologist), in our Calgary or Edmonton office you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The compensation range for this role is $31.00 to $55.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• We are growing our CAD team and looking for a Civil CAD Technologist with 2+ years of experience. We welcome a range of candidates who want todeveloptheirskillsand take ownership of quality design work in water resources and civil infrastructure.

• Prepare clear,accurateCAD drawings in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Worktypesinclude stormwater, erosion and sediment control, municipal infrastructure,riverandchannel design.

• Build surfaces, alignments, profiles,sections,corridors,grading plans,and 3D models from survey data, LiDAR, and field inputs.

• Produce plan, profile, and cross-section drawings for design and construction packages.

• Interpret survey data, field notes, UAV imagery, and site photography to support design and as-built deliverables.

• Complete material take-offstosupport quantity and cost estimates.

• Perform QA/QC on drawings. Keep work clean, consistent, and aligned with CAD standards.

• Coordinate with engineers, scientists, surveyors, and clients to keep projects moving.

• Help improve CAD standards, workflows, and efficiency.

• Share knowledge and support junior team members in a practical, team-first way.

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• A diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field.

• 2+ years of CAD or civil design experience, ideally in consulting.

• Strongproficiencyin AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Interest or experience in water resources, municipal, or environmental projects.

• Careful work habits and strong attention to detail.

• Ability to manage several tasks and meet deadlines.

• Clear, direct communication and a collaborative mindset.

Special consideration will be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Field experience (survey, construction support, or site work)and a valid Class 5 driver’s licence and willingness to travel for field work when needed.

• Erosion and sediment control experience.

• Experience with PCSWMM or similar stormwater modelling tools.

• Experience with Global Mapper.

This posting reflects a current vacancy that the company is actively seeking to fill. A valid and clean class 5 driver’s license with no restrictions.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.