RJC Engineers

Intermediate CAD Technologist - Building Science & Restoration

RJC Engineers  •  Edmonton, CA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

About Us

RJC Engineers is a well-established, employee-owned engineering firm with a broad geographic footprint and deep roots across Canada and the United States. We are leaders in structural engineering, building science, structural restoration, structural glass engineering, parking facility design, and building energy modelling.

What sets us apart?

Our commitment to clients, cutting-edge technology, collaborative culture, and the passion of our people. We’re driven by a purpose: to positively impact our communities and invest in our team’s growth and success.

At RJC, you’ll join an inclusive, fast-paced team tackling exciting and complex projects. You’ll work alongside industry-leading experts, explore emerging technologies, and be supported in your continuous professional development.

Being an RJC Professional

We build our team around five key attributes:

  • Creative Mindset – You bring fresh ideas, challenge assumptions, and turn obstacles into opportunities.
  • Proactive Approach – You take initiative, anticipate challenges, and seek ways to create a positive impact.
  • Supportive Teamwork – You foster a culture of inclusivity, respect, and collaboration, helping others succeed.
  • Trusted Advice – You act with integrity, expertise, and honesty, earning the confidence of clients and colleagues.
  • Lead with Purpose – You empower, support, and guide others, driving meaningful results.

Candidate Profile

The Intermediate CAD Technologist supports the delivery of building science and restoration projects by developing detailed drawings, coordinating multiple projects, and ensuring accurate technical documentation. Key responsibilities include contributing to CAD/BIM standards, assisting with project setup, improving workflows, performing quality control reviews, evaluating software tools, and providing guidance to junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Support team workload planning by tracking drafting needs, communicating task progress, and helping the team stay aligned for efficient project delivery.
  • Contribute to department and project initiatives by taking on responsibilities beyond day‑to‑day production work and assisting in advancing team goals.
  • Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining CAD standards to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across all building science and restoration deliverables.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and liaison groups to explore emerging technologies, stay informed on industry trends, and help evaluate new software tools for potential integration.
  • Perform quality reviews for team members to support adherence to established standards and promote high-quality design documentation.
  • Recommend and help implement process improvements, including contributing to methods for evaluating their effectiveness and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Professional Qualifications & Experience

  • Diploma in Engineering Design and Drafting Technology or Architectural Technology.
  • Registration as a C.E.T. with ASET, or equivalent, is considered an asset.
  • 7–10 years of advanced experience working with CAD.
  • Exposure working with Revit is considered an asset.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce high‑quality, error‑free work.
  • Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Commitment to client service and technical excellence.

What RJC Offers?

  • An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work
  • Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
  • Being part of a supportive and inclusive network of people that help each other reach their goals
  • A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance-based bonus and share ownership program
  • An extensive and generous benefits package including a $1000 Health Care Spending Account
  • Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up Program
  • Investing in your future, the opportunity to become part of an employee-owned organization and eligible for RJC’s matching Retirement Registered Saving Plan (RRSP)

Be your Authentic Self

At RJC, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We proudly embrace all individuals and believe that every team member contributes to creating a welcoming environment. At RJC, inclusivity and diversity are commitments we all share.

RJC Engineers

About RJC Engineers

We are on a mission to futureproof Canada, one project at a time. From changing your city's skyline to restoring heritage, we have been engineering vibrant spaces for more than seven decades.

Our impact includes buzzworthy projects in structural engineering, restoration, and glass design. We are equally enthusiastic about building science, building energy modelling, and state-of-the-art parking garage design.

You may have heard of our work from headline-grabbing projects like the BMO Centre Expansion, CIBC SQUARE, The Stack, M City Condos, St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church Restoration and The Well, to name a few. These projects are made possible because our engineers have a reputation for thinking ahead. Bridging sustainability and innovation, we are proud when we deliver designs that challenge the status quo.

With offices across Canada, and a growing presence in the U.S., our clients get the ‘RJC advantage’ with personal attention from senior-level engineers who know the challenges of their local neighbourhoods first-hand. We believe that an elevated space for the community trickles down to an elevated lifestyle. For us, every project is a new chance to make connections, while serving the communities we belong to by injecting fresh designs into the spaces they will use every day.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Vancouver, CA
Year Founded
1948
Website
rjc.ca
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