Civil CAD Technician - Mining

JDS Group of Companies; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JDS Energy & Mining in Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Civil CAD Technician to support the design and development of mining and civil infrastructure projects. You will produce high-quality drawings and models for mine sites and earthworks, working with engineers, surveyors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate, constructible designs.

This full-time role offers site-based rotation and collaboration across disciplines to contribute to safe, efficient project execution on diverse

Qualifications

• Produce detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for civil/mining projects.
• Collaborate with engineers and surveyors to ensure constructible designs.
• Maintain drafting standards and document control procedures.
• Support site grading, earthworks, and drainage design.
• Revise drawings based on markups and field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for civil and mining infrastructure projects.
• Develop site grading, earthworks, road designs, drainage systems, and mine support infrastructure layouts.
• Produce plans, profiles, cross sections, and construction details.
• Collaborate with engineers, surveyors, and project teams to ensure accuracy and quality of deliverables.
• Revise and update drawings based on engineering markups, field conditions, and client feedback.
• Maintain drafting standards, drawing controls, and document management procedures.
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines for integrated delivery.
• Support construction teams with as-built drawings and site revisions.

Skills

Civil CAD

2D drawings

3D modeling

Site grading

Earthworks

Road design

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Aboutthe job Civil CAD Technician – Mining & Infrastructure

About the Role

Location: Vancouver, BC or Site-Based Rotation

Job Type: Full-time

JDS Energy & Mining is seeking an experienced Civil CAD Technician to support the design and development of mining and civil infrastructure projects across our operations. This role will support engineering and construction teams by producing high-quality drawings and models for mine sites, heavy civil infrastructure, and earthworks projects. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, surveyors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver accurate and constructible designs that support safe and efficient project execution.

The JDS Way

All employees are expected to promote and adhere to The JDS Way:

• Accept No Mediocrity
• Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically
• True to Our Word
• Uphold the Highest Standards of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
• Maintain Open and Honest Communication
• Ensure No Harm to people, the environment, assets, or reputation

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for civil and mining infrastructure projects
• Develop site grading, earthworks, road designs, drainage systems, and mine support infrastructure layouts
• Produce plans, profiles, cross sections, and construction details
• Collaborate closely with engineers, surveyors, and project teams to ensure accuracy and quality of deliverables
• Revise and update drawings based on engineering markups, field conditions, and client feedback
• Maintain drafting standards, drawing controls, and document management procedures
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines for integrated project delivery
• Support construction teams with as-built drawings and site revisions as required
• Participate in design reviews and quality assurance processes