The opportunity

Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Junior CAD Design Technologist to join our team in our Markham office. Working with a dynamic team in a collaborative work environment, the Jr. CAD Design Technologist will be based out of Markham but may be expected to collaborate with our offices in Kitchener and Niagara, on occasion. This position is a full-time position.  

What we offer:

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, subject to approval
• Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews
  • Salary range of $60K - $68K
  • Opportunity to become a shareholder and invest in the company’s long-term growth & success
  • Matching company pension program, increasing over time
• Comprehensive benefits including:
  • Health/dental/vision coverage,
  • Fitness allowance,
  • Employee and family assistance programs
  • Mental health supports
• Paid time off so that you can recharge, including
  • Generous paid vacation,
  • Paid office closure over December holiday break
  • Industry-leading paid sick time
  • Maternity/paternity leave top-up program 
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
  • Active Young Professional group
  • Formal mentoring programs
  • Paid professional development hours
  • Capacity building seminars
  • Engineer In Training programs 
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
  • Company-wide social events
  • Regular lunch-and-learns
  • Community volunteer opportunities 

What you’ll do

• Preparing project drawings through the interpretation of design information provided by engineers and senior designers for road reconstruction and linear infrastructure projects.
• Resident inspection and surveys may be required from time to time.
• Delivering production work in accordance with company technical and operating procedures.
• Providing support to other members of the team.
• Delivering projects on budget and within identified schedules.
• Engaging in a collaborative work environment with your team, as well as other disciplines/offices.

Health & Safety Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to established policies and procedures within a COR-registered environment.
• Follow all safety and non-safety rules and regulations.
• Review and adhere to AE’s health and safety, environmental, and quality standards; operating procedures; and policies.
• Understand and uphold the policies that prohibit workplace violence and harassment.
• Enforce safety rules and correct unsafe acts or conditions.
• Report all accident and/or incident procedures and unsafe conditions and/or behaviour to the supervisor immediately.
• Respond to or delegate responsibility immediately to items brought to his / her attention with respect to hazards, defects, or non-compliance issues.
• In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

Does this sound like you?

• Diploma in Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Certification with OACETT (C.E.T. or C.Tech.) is an asset.
• Experience with computer-aided drafting software is an asset. (Civil3D, Autocad, etc.)
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Committed team player and ability to work independently.

About Us

At Associated Engineering, we're passionate about not only the work we do but also the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon-neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada. 

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice, providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging, and dynamic place to build a career while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work. 

Our company culture is shaped by:

• Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at! 
• A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
• We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!

What’s next? Ready to make an impact? Join a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and empowers you to shape the future. Apply today!  

Want more information?

• Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn
• Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report 

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.