Intermediate Drafter

InnoTech Engineering Inc.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canada-based engineering firm is seeking an Intermediate CAD Technician to support the development of design deliverables in Calgary or Edmonton. You will translate engineering markups into final drawings, primarily for electrical and instrumentation projects. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of drafting experience, is proficient in AutoCAD and MicroStation, and possesses strong communication skills. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Paid wellness days

Health care spending account

Qualifications

• Four or more years of drafting experience for a professional client.
• Experience in creating drawings from templates.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering design markups into final drawing deliverables.
• Draft electrical engineering schematics.
• Support project goals while managing tasks independently.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft 365

LISP

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Certificate in CAD

Tools

SharePoint

Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Full-time, Casual or Permanent in Calgary or Edmonton, AB

Intermediate Drafter

We are currently looking for an Intermediate CAD Technician to join the growing team in our Calgary or Edmonton, AB offices.

About InnoTech Engineering

InnoTech is an engineering company focused on Operational Technology (OT) spanning instrumentation, electrical and automation infrastructure. Our team consists of highly skilled engineers, technologists, and technicians with vast experience, capable of handling both small and large OT projects while also providing support for day-to-day facility operations. InnoTech’s primary services are Controls (PLC, DCS, SCADA), Electrical (low and medium voltage), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) engineering, and OT Lifecycle Planning and Cybersecurity.

Position Summary

If you’re chosen for this full-time, permanent role, you’ll join our team of highly skilled engineers and technologists in developing and managing design deliverables (drawings) for electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for our clients. You will apply standard industry practices and client-specific standards to create high-quality drawings. Preference will be given to those with a proven track-record of working independently in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. If you take ownership, embrace teamwork, ask questions, and make improvements, you’ll be a great addition to our team!

Role And Responsibilities

Reporting to an Engineering Team Lead, your primary responsibility will be focusing on supporting project goals by implementing detailed engineering markups into final copy drawings with minimal supervision.

• Translate engineering design markups onto final copy deliverables.
• Perform drafting on electrical engineering schematics such as Single Line Diagrams, equipment layouts, control panel layouts, power distribution drawings, wiring schematics, termination drawings and I/O module drawings.
• Work closely with project design teams and project managers to manage workload and support client deadlines.
• Ensure deliverables meet client standards and quality control requirements.
• Utilize Microsoft Teams and other tools to manage drafting requests and work sequencing.
• Use SharePoint to effectively manage files through the markup, design, and record-keeping design cycle.
• Support the creation of As-Built (Redline) drawings from field-generated markups.
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• Diploma or Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution with a focus on Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), specifically with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Four (4+) years of experience drafting for a professional client.
• Experience creating drawings from templates.
• Familiar with LISP and the automation of some drawing content.
• Must be adaptable, organized and efficient in managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• In addition to the technical components of the role, you should demonstrate the values and disciplines of our organization:
• a questioning attitude,
• a desire to improve,
• accountability, and
• collaboration, including strong communication skills, and the ability to build functional relationships with all stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English is essential.
• Strong Microsoft 365 skills (SharePoint, Excel, Teams, etc.).
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
  

Benefits: At InnoTech, we are proud to provide programs that add value to our people’s lives as they are our greatest asset! Eligible employees receive a competitive compensation package consisting of vacation (based on years of experience), paid wellness days, company matching investment and savings programs, and employer-paid group benefits, including a health care spending account.

Expected Start date: Flexible

Remote Work: Will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Job Types: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Application deadline: August 15, 2025

If you can see yourself working in our collaborative work environment to help lead the engineering revolution, apply now by emailing your resume and cover letter to [e-mail]

We thank all applicants for their submissions, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or office visits please.