Intermediate CAD Design Technician (Highways & Roads)

Jacobs; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Intermediate CAD Technician to support the Highways & Roads team in Ontario. You will produce detailed 2D/3D drawings, assist with design development, and ensure compliance with MTO standards while collaborating with engineers and designers across projects.

The role emphasizes accurate drafting, use of AutoCAD/Civil 3D/MicroStation/OpenRoads, and adherence to project documentation practices in a fast-paced transportation environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in CAD drafting for transportation, highways or roads.
• Experience with Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) standards and approvals.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and OpenRoads.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings/models for highways, roadways, and related infrastructure.
• Support engineering teams with design development, drafting, and document production
• Work with software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microstation, Openroads and other relevant design tools
• Ensure drawings comply with project standards, client requirements, and industry regulations
• Coordinate with Engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to resolve design issues
• Assist in maintaining drawing databases and filing systems
• Participate in quality control reviews to ensure accuracy and consistency

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Teamwork abilities

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology or CAD Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Job description

As an Intermediate CAD Technician within our Highways & Roads team, you’ll play a key role in delivering transportation infrastructure projects that improve mobility and enhance communities across Ontario. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to produce high-quality design deliverables while supporting some of the region’s most impactful infrastructure projects.

At Jacobs, you’ll be part of a team tackling complex roadway and highway design projects. You’ll contribute to the preparation of detailed drawings and models that support planning, design, and construction phases, helping bring vital transportation projects to life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings/models for highways, roadways, and related infrastructure:
• Support engineering teams with design development, drafting, and document production
• Work with software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microstation, Openroads and other relevant design tools
• Ensure drawings comply with project standards, client requirements, and industry regulations
• Coordinate with Engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to resolve design issues
• Assist in maintaining drawing databases and filing systems
• Participate in quality control reviews to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, or a related field
• Candidates must have demonstrated experience working on projects for the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and a strong understanding of MTO standards, requirements, and approval processes.
• 3+ years of experience in CAD drafting within transportation, highways, or roads projects
• Experienced in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microstation and Openroads. Experience working on Ontario-based transportation projects. (e.g., MTO standards)
• Strong understanding of roadway design standards and drafting conventions
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Familiarity with BIM workflows and digital project delivery
• Exposure to multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects

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