Job Summary

HDR is looking for a Substation CADD Technician to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals in Western Canada.

The successful candidate will be part of a team that provides CADD and technical design support for large- and small-scale engineering projects across Canada and the United States. This is an excellent growth prospect for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D models for substation components and physical layouts utilizing Autodesk Revit.


• Prepare substation related drawings such as plan and elevation views, control building details, grading plans, foundation details, grounding and conduit plans, control wiring schematic diagrams, and other related drawings.


• Generate 2D drawings and construction documentation directly from 3D Revit models to ensure accuracy and coordination.


• Coordinate with engineering teams to perform clash detection and resolve spatial conflicts within the 3D environment.


• Provide technical design and support for large- and small-scale engineering projects.


• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or Revit and AutoCAD or MicroStation certification, or combination of education and relevant experience.


• A minimum of 3 years of experience developing substation CADD layouts/designs from engineering designs.


• Demonstrated proficiency in Autodesk Revit (3D) is highly required.


• Electrical utility or similar design experience preferred.


• Ability to work closely with engineering staff, both local and in remote offices.






• Experience migrating 2D CAD workflows into 3D BIM/Revit workflows is a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure.


• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools.


• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential.


• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.

Benefits and Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Vancouver, BC: $47,355 – $67,650.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Location

Primary Location: Canada-Alberta-Calgary

Other Locations: Canada-Saskatoon, Canada-British Columbia-Vancouver

Schedule

Full‑time

Employment Status

Regular

Industry

Power

Job Posting Date

Apr 13, 2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal prospect employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.