Intermediate/Senior Civil CAD Technician

About Us
Aplin Martin is a full-service Civil Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Environmental and Survey company, celebrating over 56 years of success in making sustainable communities a reality across Canada. Over the five decades, the Aplin Martin family has grown into a multi-disciplinary firm of 300+ talented and dedicated professionals delivering innovative and practical design solutions, approval strategies, and project management services to our clients in BC, AB, and ON. We are dedicated to nurturing our employees’ growth and development and providing a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional development that ensures a rewarding career within our organization.

The Opportunity
Reporting to the Branch/Project Manager, you will work with our Project Teams on a wide range of Land Development & Public Sector project performing CAD drafting and design work. This is a senior role primarily performing Civil 3D and AutoCAD related drafting assignments on a project team, along with providing mentorship to new CAD Technicians and taking a leadership role in AutoCAD usage within the firm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Take a leadership role in the development and mentorship of new CAD Technicians within the department.
2. Be a go-to person for CAD related questions.
3. Prepare engineering base plans from survey information, GIS information, and record drawings.
4. Prepare reference plans from consultant plans (Architectural, Landscape Architectural, etc.).
5. Set up production drawings such as Cover Sheets, Notes, Key Plans, Roadworks, Storm Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Water Main, Cross Sections, ESC Plans, Pavement Marking & Signage Plans, Design Details, etc.
6. Utilize Civil 3D labels, label styles, and production tools to effectively present the critical information in a visually effective way.
7. Utilize and oversee the use of Sheet Set Manager to control large drawing set title blocks and sheet set information within a drawing package.
8. Undertake drafting work in accordance with Client, Municipal, and Aplin Martin design/drafting standards.
9. Complete redlines and plan revisions.
10. Collaborate with Project Managers and design staff to provide status updates, discuss challenges, and address plan revisions.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

1. One year CAD certificate from a college or technical school, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
2. At least 3 to 7 years of CAD design experience.
3. Strong leadership skills.
4. High proficiency with AutoCAD.
5. Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
6. Commitment to producing consistent, high-quality work.
7. Good communication skills, both verbally and written.
8. Ability to accurately interpret redlines and direction.
9. Strong organization and time management skills.

Benefits & Rewards

1. Comprehensive health benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program, life insurance, AD&D and LTD.
2. Education assistance program.
3. Monthly health & fitness allowance.
4. Group RRSP program & employer matching.
5. Flexible working arrangements.
6. Equal opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization.
7. Fun social, team building events and professional development activities.
8. A Culture that supports learning, collaboration, and work-life balance.

Aplin Martin is committed to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance during the hiring process, please reach out at careers@aplinmartin.com.

Aplin Martin is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.