Drafter/Engineering Technologist – Kitchener

CONESTOGA COLD STORAGE; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Group medical, dental, and vision

Pension plan with employer-matched

On-site parking

Casual dress

Company events

Job summary

Conestoga Cold Storage in Kitchener, Ontario is seeking a Drafter/Engineering Technologist to optimize facility layouts and contribute to proprietary automation system design. You will create precise 2D drawings and 3D models for controlled-temperature environments, coordinating with engineering, project management, and operations teams.

The role requires 3–5 years of industrial drafting experience, proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks, and knowledge of building codes.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in drafting, engineering design or related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ hands-on design experience with mechanical or structural design in an industrial setting.
• Certified Engineering Technologist designation or actively working toward eligibility.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or other design and modelling software.

Responsibilities

• Design and update detailed 2D layouts and 3D models for warehouse spaces, optimizing high-density racking configurations and automation designs.
• Collaborate with mechanical and refrigeration engineers to integrate piping layouts, evaporators, condensers, and under-floor ventilation into primary facility blueprints.
• Incorporate specialty warehouse infrastructure into design models, including fire suppression and industrial lighting systems.
• Calculate exact clearances, structural spacing, and forklift aisle turn-radii for efficient material handling and equipment safety.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, contractors and vendors to verify field dimensions and meet project requirements.
• Review drafts to ensure alignment with building codes, provincial codes, and safety guidelines.
• Assist in preparing submittals, permit drawings, and documentation for approvals or internal projects.
• Maintain design libraries and revision histories.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary drafting/engineering design degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Please note this job description is not allinclusiveand other duties may be assigned at the discretion of management.

Position Title: Drafter/Engineering Technologist

Job Type: Full Time

Reports To: Project Manager

Location: Kitchener

Issue Date: September 2026

Company Overview – Who We Are

For more than five decades, Conestoga Cold Storage Limited has been committed to serving customers across Canada and around the world with reliability and innovation. As a privately owned third-party cold storage company and one Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies for twenty consecutive years, we take pride not only in our technology but in our people.

With six modern cold storage facilities, we have grown to become Canada’s second-largest service provider in our industry. Our global reputation for excellence in automation and robotics reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and delivering world-class service.

Position Summary

Reporting to theProject Manager,theDrafter/Drafting Technologistisresponsibleforoptimizingfacility layouts, new constructionprojectassistingwith proprietary automation systems design,across our cold storage and warehousing infrastructure. This roleis responsible forcreating, revising, andmaintaininghighlyaccurate2D engineering blueprints and 3D digital models for controlled-temperature environments, structural racking systems, material handlingworkflowsand complex robotics. Working closely with engineering, project management, and facility operations teams, the successful candidate transforms operational concepts into precise technical plans thatcomply withCanadian building codes, workplace safety standards, and food safety regulations.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Rate:$60,000 - $80,000peryear

• Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours per week, guaranteed)

• Competitive wages

• Paid time off, including a paid birthday day off

• Group medical, dental, and vision benefits (company sponsored)

• Company-sponsored pension plan with employer-matched contributions

• Casual dress environment

• Company events throughout the year (summer picnic, BBQs, annual Christmas party, etc.)

• Friendly and supportive workplace culture

• On-site parking

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and update detailed 2D layouts and 3D models for warehouse spaces,optimizinghigh-density racking configurations& automation designs.

• Collaborate with mechanical and refrigeration engineers to integrate refrigeration piping layouts, evaporators, condensers, and under-floor ventilation systems into primary facility blueprints.

• Incorporate specialty warehouse infrastructure into design models,including fire suppression and industrial lighting systems

• Calculate exact clearances, structural spacing, and forklift aisle turn-radiuses to ensure efficient material handling workflows and equipment safety.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, external contractors, and equipment vendors to verify field dimensions and ensure designs meet practical project requirements.

• Review all drafts to ensure strict alignment withbuilding codes,provincial building/fire codes, and occupational health and safety guidelines.

• Assistin preparing technical submittals,permitdrawings, and documentationrequiredfor municipal approvals or internal capital expenditure projects.

• Maintaindesignanddocumentationlibrariesand revision histories.

• Prepare complete documentation packages for engineers.

• Verify drawings are correct to specifications, codes, and other regulations.

• Developing technical reports for engineers

Qualificationsand Skills

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in drafting, engineeringdesignor related discipline.

• Minimum3-5 years’ (intermediate)hands-on design experience with mechanical or structural designin an industrial setting.

• Certified Engineering Technologist designationoractively working toward eligibility.

• Proficiencyin AutoCAD, SolidWorks or other design and modelling software;

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings

• Working knowledge of engineering principles and physical industrial refrigeration systems,material handling systemsand applicable regulations and building codes, is preferred.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Self-motivated with proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Schedule

• 8.5 hour day shift

• Monday to Friday

• Overtime and occasional call-in’sasrequired

Language Requirements

• French notrequired

Location & Work Arrangement

• Primarily based inKitchener, Ontario

• Candidates must be able to reliably commute orrelocateprior to starting

• On-site position, five days per week

Disclosure Statements:

This is a publicly advertised posting for a new position within our organization.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Conestoga Cold Storage is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidatesparticipatingin all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Artificial Intelligence

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our hiring process.