Junior Municipal Engineering Technologist / Civil CAD Technician - Jobs in Portage and Main

Job Description

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world #39;s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science.Tetra Tech #39;s Infrastructure Division is seeking an entry level CAD designer and drafter to join our Winnipeg Water group. This group works on a wide range of projects including the planning, design, and construction of urban, rural, and remote First Nations infrastructure. Infrastructure includes drinking water, storm water, and wastewater treatment and conveyance (piping and pumping) systems, including site grading, flood protection, and drainage design. The successful candidate would be joining an exciting and fast-paced environment with excellent learning and growth potential.You will perform a technical role on a wide variety of assignments under the mentorship of our senior practitioners. Candidates should have excellent technical skills, relevant industry experience, be driven to succeed, with great communication skills.Your Role:Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Complete various civil and municipal design and drafting assignments related to earthworks movement, piping, and drainage, including site layouts, general arrangement drawings, plans and profiles, and sections and details.
• Produce drawings from rough sketches and instructions, maps, charts, diagrams in accordance with established practices and techniques.
• Produce layouts for sites, buildings, piping, utilities, etc; complete dimensional calculations.
• Capable of making routine decisions within established procedures and well-defined standard practices.
• Achieve the required degree of accuracy in details such as density, width and uniformity of lines, placement of lines, letters and symbols.
• Expected to work in both 2D (AutoCAD) and 3D (AutoCAD Civil 3D) environments proficiently.
• Collaborates with process and civil engineers in developing complete documentation packages and design sets for water/wastewater piped systems, pump stations, lagoons, and other municipal infrastructure.
• Prepares contracts and tender documents, including construction specifications, costs, and material estimates.
• Performs occasional field inspection, condition assessment, and construction observation.
• Checks and verifies design drawings and shop drawings to conform to specifications and design data.
• Work under close supervision with reviews done regularly for technical accuracy and completeness.
• Demonstrates initiative in carrying out periodic tasks independently and judgement in determining the methods to apply to assigned tasks, resolving problems, obtaining and analyzing data, designing or modifying equipment components and in determining the intent of a specification or instruction.

Qualifications:

• Technical college graduate in engineering technology or computer-aided design (CAD).
• No industry experience is required for this position. Experience working in the consulting or construction fields with practice in design, drafting and 3D CAD would be an asset.
• Proficient in the use of current AutoCAD and Civil 3D software; working knowledge of Microstation or Revit will be considered an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent technical and verbal communication skills.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively. This position requires time management capabilities.
• Full Class 5 Driver #39;s Licence.

Additional InformationA requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some Tetra Tech positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required. As this position may be serving clients that have COVID-19 vaccination requirements for site access, we will be confirming your eligibility to comply with this requirement.Apply Now!About Tetra Tech:Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareersTwitter: @TetraTechJobsFacebook: @TetraTechCareersTetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech #39;s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women; First Nations Metis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; and persons with disabilities. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.Please no phone calls or agencies.Additional Information

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