CAD Technologist

Cambridge, Hamilton, London ON

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next CAD Technologist!

Your work environment at EXP

We are seeking a highly skilled and self-driven CAD Technologist with 3–5 years of experience in survey-based drafting and developing drawings from point cloud and geospatial data. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil or infrastructure projects and be proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, with hands-on experience integrating LiDAR and survey datasets. This role requires the ability to independently produce accurate CAD deliverables with minimal supervision from engineers and senior staff.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

• Prepare detailed topographic plans, base drawings, profiles, cross-sections, and diagrams derived from LiDAR and survey data

• Lead CAD drafting tasks for linear infrastructure and site projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project standards

• Extract features, surfaces, and linework from pointclouds and integrate into Civil 3D models

  Work with LiDAR processing outputs from various platforms

• Collaborate with Geomatics and engineering teams to translate scan data into constructible drawings

• Manage drawing production workflows and maintain consistent CAD standards across projects

• Perform quality control checks on drawings and coordinate revisions based on feedback

• Support design teams during proposal development and project execution phases

• Participate in coordination meetings and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders Maintain organized drawing files and documentation for project records

What your experience looks like

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field

• 3–5 years of experience in CAD drafting for surveying, civil, or infrastructure projects

  Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential

• Experience drafting from survey data and/or point clouds

• Strong understanding of topographic survey drawings and construction documentation

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of CAD deliverables

• Excellent organizational and communication skills Experience coordinating with surveyors, engineers, project managers, and stakeholders

Preferred Skills

• Experience with point cloud processing and feature extraction, including Trimble Business Center
• Familiarity with GIS integration and data management
• Experience preparing tender and as-built drawings
• Understanding of survey control and accuracy requirements
• Experience with rail, utility, or corridor mapping projects Ability to streamline drafting workflows and contribute to CAD standards development

This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.

The salary range for this role is between $55K - $85K. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: hrsupport@exp.com .

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com .