CAD Designer / Technician

About the role

United Wire & Cable, a GCG company, is looking for a CAD Designer / Technician to join its Engineering & Projects team in Richmond Hill, Ontario. This is a hands-on technical role focused on creating, updating and maintaining accurate drawings, 3D models and supporting documentation for electrical and mechanical applications. It is a hybrid position.

Key responsibilities

• Create detailed drawings, 3D models, components and assemblies in SolidWorks from engineers and project team input.
• Develop dimensioned technical drawings and specify electrical and mechanical components in project documentation.
• Update existing drawings and designs according to markups, specifications and project changes.
• Reverse engineer existing electrical systems and equipment to produce accurate drawings and documentation.
• Develop parts lists and bills of material (BOMs).
• Interpret hand drawings, sketches and specifications and turn them into CAD documentation.
• Maintain drawings in the document management system and review them for accuracy and compliance with CAD and quality standards.
• Coordinate CAD work with internal teams, consultants, engineers, contractors and other partners, and support bid and tender documentation.

Required profile

• Demonstrated ability to create, revise and interpret technical drawings and 3D models with CAD software.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and organizational skills, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication, able to work independently and in a team.
• Self-directed learner interested in continuous improvement.
• Preferred: about 3 years of experience in a CAD Technician, Designer or similar role; diploma or degree in engineering technology, architectural design and drafting, engineering or a related field; CAD certification; experience with low- or medium-voltage power distribution equipment, cable management systems or electrical applications; experience with standards such as CSA or NEC.

Required skills

• SolidWorks (working knowledge or comparable CAD experience in a SolidWorks environment)
• CAD drawing and 3D modelling

What we offer

• Base salary of $60,000 to $65,000 depending on experience
• Health, vision and dental insurance, plus life and short-term disability coverage and a matched RRSP plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays