Senior CAD Technician - Highways

Egis in Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Referral bonus

Job summary

Egis in Canada is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to prepare engineering drawings and collaborate on civil engineering projects. The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, along with a strong background in CAD.

The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of CAD-related civil engineering experience, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of prior civil engineering projects CAD related experience.
• Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD and Civil 3D software.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering drawings based on MTOs Standard drawings.
• Work under minimal supervision and organize tasks to complete projects.
• Develop basic alignments in Civil 3D and prepare cross sections.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Education

10+ years of CAD experience in civil engineering

Job description

Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we are looking for talented professionals like you to be part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top‑tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development.

At Egis, your skills and aspirations will find the perfect environment to thrive. Elevate your career with us and be a driving force in our exciting journey.

Our values showcase everything we believe in: A Responsible Company – We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do. A People‑First Company – This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are. A Creative Company – Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.

Job Description

• Prepares engineering drawings of plans, profiles, typical sections, cross sections and other typical details based on MTOs Standard drawings.
• Should be able to work under minimal supervision and be able to organize and perform tasks necessary to complete assigned projects successfully.
• Set up project reference base files, set up sheets per standards and manage drawings via sheet set manager.
• Adhere to client‑specific quality control process (CAD Standards).
• Experience of working collaboratively in a team environment with other CAD Technicians and Engineers.
• Be competent to develop and understand basic alignments in Civil3D, prepare cross sections and/or extract quantities.
• 3D design and corridor modelling in Civil3D is required.
• Knowledge of working in collaborative work environments such as SharePoint and ProjectWise will be an asset.
• Experience of managing junior CAD technicians and developing team skills with focus on improving quality and efficiency will be an asset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of prior civil engineering projects CAD related experience.
• Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD and Civil 3D software.
• Demonstrated abilities in multidisciplinary project teamwork and coordination.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills and ability to think creatively.
• Ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.

Additional Information

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.