Senior CAD Designer - Bridge

Poutrix; Calgary; On-site; USD 89,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable design and engineering is seeking a Senior Bridge CAD Technician/Designer based in Calgary, Alberta. The successful candidate will lead CAD teams and create detailed CAD drawings for bridge structures, ensuring compliance with transportation standards. A background in Civil Engineering Technology and extensive CAD experience is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in bridge design using CAD.
• Strong proficiency in Bentley and AutoCAD tools.
• Proven ability to lead and manage CAD teams.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify detailed CAD drawings of bridge structures.
• Coordinate design intent with bridge engineers.
• Supervise and mentor junior CAD technicians.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Bentley CAD suite

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated toimproving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is a leading global design and consultancy firm for natural and built assets. We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions and are seeking a talented Senior Bridge CAD Technician/Designer to join our team.

The Senior Bridge CAD Technician/Designer will play a crucial role in the design and development of bridge structures. You will be responsible for creating detailed CAD drawings, coordinating with bridge engineers, developing tender design drawings and detailed IFC drawings, acting as the CAD manager on large projects, supervising and mentoring junior CAD technicians, and having a strong understanding and working experience with the CAD standards of different highway ministries in Canada, such as Alberta Transportation (AT) and BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTi).

Role accountabilities:

• Create and modify detailed CAD drawings of bridge structures, including plans, elevations, sections, and details
• Coordinate with bridge engineers to ensure design intent is accurately captured in CAD drawings
• Develop tender design drawings and detailed IFC drawings
• Act as the CAD manager on large projects, overseeing the CAD team and ensuring consistency and quality of deliverables
• Supervise and mentor junior CAD technicians, providing guidance and training
• Demonstrate a strong understanding and working experience with the CAD standards of different highway ministries in Canada, such as Alberta Transportation (AT) and BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTi)
• Stay updated on the latest CAD software and design standards

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in bridge design using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D)
• Strong proficiency in the Bentley and AutoCAD suite of CAD products
• Experience in developing tender design drawings and detailed IFC drawings
• Proven ability to lead and manage CAD teams on large projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $89,600 - $134,400. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

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