Utility CAD Designer, Senior

Hatch Ltd.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch Ltd. is seeking a Senior Utility CAD Designer in Oakville, ON, to lead utility CAD design efforts within large transportation and municipal projects.

You will own drawing packages, mentor junior staff, and work closely with engineers and project teams on wet and dry utilities. The role requires 7+ years of utility CAD design experience, a Civil Engineering Technology diploma, and the ability to deliver accurate, constructible designs for complex urban corridors.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of utility or municipal CAD design experience.
• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of municipal utility design standards and urban right‑of‑way constraints.
• Ability to work independently and own CAD deliverables.
• Experience coordinating with engineers, PMs, contractors and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead preliminary and detailed utility design drawings for water mains, sewers, telecoms, electrical/hydro, gas and related infrastructure.
• Design relocations within constrained urban corridors.
• Manage CAD design tasks with minimal supervision, ensuring accuracy and constructability.
• Review utility records and integrate survey data into coordinated plans.
• Develop and maintain 3D utility models for coordination and constructability reviews.
• Produce plan & profile drawings, cross‑sections, and design sheets using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and model‑based workflows.
• Coordinate with civil, highways, bridges, transit/rail, structural, geotechnical and SUE teams.
• Interface with municipalities and utility owners for coordination and conflicts.
• Manage drawing production workflows and perform QA/QC of drawings and models.
• Assist with quantity take‑offs, tender docs and as‑constructed drawings.
• Mentor junior CAD staff and help improve CAD standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

ProjectWise

Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Job description

Utility CAD Designer, Senior

Location: Oakville, ON (2265 Upper Middle Road East)

Hatch is seeking a Utility CAD Designer, Senior, with 7+ years of experience to support the delivery of complex utility designs within large, multi‑disciplinary transportation and municipal infrastructure projects. This role is suited to a highly skilled, self‑driven CAD professional who can lead utility CAD design efforts independently, taking ownership of drawing packages and working closely with engineers and project teams.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Hatch’s Oakville office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of preliminary and detailed utility design drawings for wet and dry utilities, including water mains, sanitary and storm sewers, telecommunications, electrical/hydro, gas, and associated infrastructure.
• Design temporary and permanent utility relocations within constrained urban and corridor‑based environments.
• Independently manage utility CAD design tasks with minimal supervision, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Review and interpret utility record information and integrate survey and SUE data into coordinated composite utility plans.
• Develop and maintain 3D utility models to support design development, coordination, clash detection, and constructability reviews.
• Produce plan & profile drawings, cross‑sections, and detailed utility design sheets using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and model‑based workflows.
• Coordinate with multi‑disciplinary teams including civil, highways, bridges, transit/rail, structural, geotechnical, survey, and SUE providers.
• Interface with municipalities, utility owners, and external stakeholders to support utility coordination and conflict resolution.
• Manage drawing production workflows and perform QA/QC reviews of drawings and models.
• Support preparation of quantity take‑offs, tender documentation, and as‑constructed drawings.
• Mentor and guide intermediate and junior CAD staff, contributing to continuous improvement of CAD standards and workflows.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in utility or municipal CAD design, preferably within transportation or linear infrastructure projects.
• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong understanding of municipal utility design standards, construction practices, and urban right‑of‑way constraints.
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of CAD deliverables.
• Experience coordinating with engineers, project managers, contractors, and external stakeholders.

Required Technical Skills

• AutoCAD
• ProjectWise
• Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)

Assets

• MicroStation (2D/3D)
• OpenRoads
• Exposure to trenchless utility installations and large‑diameter pipe systems
• Work on major transportation and municipal infrastructure projects that shape communities.
• Be part of a collaborative, people‑centered culture focused on innovation and digital delivery.
• Access long‑term career development, mentorship, and technical growth opportunities.
• Flexible daily hours within a full‑time, on‑site team environment.

Base salary range: $70,000 - $105,000

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance‑based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well‑being and growth.

Hatch is committed to the work of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and in the world.

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We’re committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.