Civil Design Technologist

Aplin; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Civil Design Technologist – CADD Design to join the Edmonton team. This role emphasizes strong CADD drafting, land development, transportation, planning, and multidisciplinary project collaboration.

You’ll deliver high-quality design drawings, coordinate with internal teams and clients, and mentor junior staff while growing your technical expertise in Civil 3D and AutoCAD workflows within a supportive engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent from a recognized college.
• Registered as a Professional Licensee (P.L. Eng.), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or Professional Technologist (P.Tech.) in Alberta.
• Minimum 8 years of direct Civil 3D and land development experience.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, drafting, drawing production, site grading, and earthwork volume calculations.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-quality design drawings and drafting packages across the Edmonton region.
• Prepare detailed engineering design drawings with high accuracy and consistency.
• Perform CAD work using AutoCAD Civil 3D with efficient workflows and drawing production.
• Review drawings for accuracy and quality control prior to submission.
• Refine designs to meet municipal and regulatory requirements.
• Support land development site grading and earthwork calculations.

Skills

Civil 3D

Drafting & drawing production

Project coordination

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Professional License (P.L. Eng., CET, or P.Tech) Alberta

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Excel

Word

Job description

Our client is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Civil Design Technologist – CADD Design to join their Edmonton team. This role is ideal for someone with strong expertise in CADD design and drafting, along with experience supporting land development, transportation, planning, and engineering projects.

If you are looking for a role that combines technical design, accurate drafting, project coordination, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while continuing to grow your career.

What You’ll Do

As a Civil Design Technologist, CADD Design, you will support the delivery of high-quality design drawings and drafting packages across the Edmonton region.

Technical Design & Drafting

• Support projects from preliminary engineering through completion by applying strong technical design knowledge, drafting expertise, and coordination skills.
• Prepare detailed engineering design drawings, figures, and drafting packages with a high level of accuracy and consistency.
• Perform computer-assisted design and drafting using AutoCAD Civil 3D, with an emphasis on efficient CADD workflows and drawing production.
• Review drawings for drafting accuracy, consistency, and quality control prior to submission.
• Refine designs based on regulatory and municipal requirements to ensure compliance.
• Support site grading, earthwork calculations, and other civil design requirements associated with land development projects.

Project & Client Support

• Support project delivery within established timelines and budgets.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and design activities to meet project and client requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with internal teams, clients, stakeholders, contractors, and municipal representatives.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of multidisciplinary engineering projects.

Mentorship & Professional Growth

• Support junior staff by sharing CADD design, drafting, and drawing production knowledge.
• Contribute to the technical development of junior team members and promote knowledge sharing.
• Help foster a collaborative team environment focused on continuous learning and technical excellence.

What You Bring

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent from a recognized college.
• Registered as a Professional Licensee (P.L. Eng.), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or Professional Technologist (P.Tech.) in Alberta.
• Minimum 8 years of direct Civil 3D and land development experience.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, including CADD design, drawing production, site grading, and earthwork volume calculations.
• Knowledge of municipal, water resources, transportation, and land development engineering design, including sewage, water, roads, stormwater, and drainage infrastructure.
• Familiarity with municipal and provincial design and drafting standards, particularly those applicable to the City of Edmonton and surrounding municipalities.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Bluebeam, and other relevant design programs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing project requirements.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a dedicated and collaborative team working on impactful local projects.
• Work in a supportive environment that values professional growth and innovation.
• Opportunity to contribute to a variety of land development, transportation, and civil engineering projects.
• Share your knowledge and support the development of the next generation of engineers, technologists, and CADD professionals.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth within an established engineering environment.

Work Authorization

Candidates must currently be located in Canada and be legally authorized to work in Canada for any employer without requiring current or future employer sponsorship.