ORD Specialist / CAD Designer

Requisition ID: 100404 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Thunder Bay, ON, Canada 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

 

To support of our Thunder Bay office, we are seeking an OpenRoads Specialist / CAD Designer to join our team.  In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of transportation projects by providing advanced design and drafting support using Bentley OpenRoads Designer and related CAD technologies.

Working alongside engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams, you will play a key role in developing high-quality design models and construction drawings that support projects from planning through detailed design and construction.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain 3D corridor models, alignments, profiles, cross-sections, and surface models using Bentley OpenRoads Designer.
• Produce detailed design drawings and engineering deliverables for transportation, roadways, highways, municipal infrastructure, and site development projects.
• Prepare construction contract drawings, quantities, and design documentation.
• Support design coordination across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ensure drafting standards, project specifications, and quality requirements are consistently met.
• Perform design reviews and quality checks on CAD models and drawing packages.
• Assist with the development and implementation of CAD standards, workflows, and best practices.
• Support project teams during design development, tendering, and construction phases.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to resolve technical design challenges.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering Design and Drafting, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in civil, municipal, transportation, or infrastructure design and drafting.
• Advanced proficiency with Bentley OpenRoads Designer.
• Strong working knowledge of MicroStation.
• Experience developing roadway corridor models, terrain models, alignments, profiles, and cross-sections.
• Experience preparing detailed engineering and construction drawing packages.
• Understanding of transportation design standards and engineering drafting practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Ontario transportation or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with MTO standards and design practices.
• Experience with Bentley ProjectWise.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS platforms is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary consulting environment.

Pay range: $65,000 to $94,000

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.