Junior CAD Design Technologist (Hybrid)

We are looking for an innovative and accountable JUNIOR CAD DESIGN TECHNOLOGIST with a passion for delivering the right solution to serve each client’s unique needs. If you’re a proven hard-working student, you take pride in your work, you follow through on your commitments to yourself and others, and in addition, you want to be part of a company culture that focuses on effectively growing your personal and professional talents, then Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Ltd. is a perfect match.

The Company

We are a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm. Our diverse crew includes engineers, technologists, biologists, agrologists, planners, scientists, and more. We began in 1975, working together in an environment that empowers us to think differently about real-world problems. We want to work with those who, like us, take pride in creating innovative solutions that push the boundaries of conventional practices. 

In addition, we seek opportunities for continuous improvement in our work and support those who have a passion for excellence. At KWL, we care about each other and strive to create a fun, open and engaging environment that leverages our individual strengths and encourages vibrant discussion.

What You’ll Do

• Detailed design using Autodesk Civil 3D to produce design drawings and assist in engineering solutions
• Create utility base plans in CAD using Autodesk Civil 3D by compiling information from multiple sources
• Periodic office and field survey assistance
• Quantity take-offs
• Occasional field inspection services

What You’ll Bring

• A positive and motivated personality!
• diploma in Civil Engineering preferable
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and be able to work with team members in a multi-disciplinary environment
• A desire to learn new skills and an eagerness to grow within your role
• A valid driver’s license (in good standing) will be required or to be obtained
• Must be physically able to conduct field visits commensurate with project work. This may include handling and operation of equipment, travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, and outdoor site visits in all weather conditions on uneven/varying ground terrain.

What We Offer

• Eventual work from home opportunities
• Competitive salary and a generous performance-based bonus
• An opportunity for share ownership upon meeting eligible criteria
• Excellent benefits, including extended health, dental, vision and health care spending account
• A culture which consistently provides sponsored opportunities for group fun
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that offers 24/7 support for all employees and their family members via phone or online
• Annual Health & Wellness Allowance
• Eventual earned flexibility of working hours
• Relocation support, if applicable and the ability to work from any of our 5 offices
• Career Coaching program and continuous support for professional development and growth
• An employee-centric culture that includes sport participation, various team memberships, and team building activities
• Direct guidance from experienced teammates and an opportunity to work with an award-winning team
• And more

Wage Range

• $55,000-65,000, wage dependent on education/experience

Apply Now

Come and build your future with us.

KWL values diversity and equity within our teams and provides equality of treatment and opportunity to all employees and applicants. We are committed to encouraging applications regardless of age, race, colour, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and marital status. Recruitment selection will be based on the applicant’s possession of experience, essential skills, knowledge, and capability required to perform the job. Only those selected will be contacted.

We acknowledge that we are on the unceded, traditional & occupied territories, and as guests of the First Nations and the Métis Nation. We are grateful for the opportunity to work from this land.