CAD Technician

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Mott MacDonald Canada is currently involved in several major infrastructure projects in Canada. We are seeking a Civil Technician to support our growing civil team in Calgary and to assist with infrastructure assignments for public and private-sector clients. 

Responsibilities will include the following: 
 

• Preparing general arrangement and detailed drawings for roadways, railways, grading, drainage, utilities and land development 

• Preparing and revising Civil 3D models and extracting 2D drawings as required 

• Basic design calculations 

• Following checking and self-checking process, issuing drawings to internal and external clients, and managing electronic information 

• Engage as part of large multidisciplinary teams and coordinate design documents for consistency 

• Engage effectively and professionally in verbal and written communications 

• Utilize collaboration techniques for information management and implement Building Information Modelling (BIM) 

• Training team members in technical software and collaboration tools, design coordination workflows 
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The ideal candidate will have the following experience: 
 

• Graduate from an accredited college program in Civil Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, or from a career college in Engineering CAD / BIM Technology 

• ASET registration as a Certified Engineering Technician or Technologist or the ability to obtain 

• 5 to 10 years of Experience in Linear Infrastructure or Site Development Projects. 

• Excellent time management skills, setting priorities, to complete deliverables on time 

• Proficiency in using AutoDesk (AutoCAD/Civil 3D) and/or Bentley (OpenRoads/OpenRail) Software Design Packages 

• Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to understand what tasks are required to deliver projects and assignments successfully, as well as solving technical challenges while developing new workflows 

• Genuine interest to develop and progress digital delivery with a propensity for learning 

• Maintain and improve on knowledge of drafting techniques, standards, practices, and engineering procedures 
   

The following additional attributes are preferred: 
 

• Strong written and communication skills 

• Confident and positive attitude 

• Ability to build and harbor good working relationships with our business partners, suppliers, contractors, and clients 

• Ability to conduct their work independently 

• Flexibility to travel 

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.
 

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence