QSP Geographics Inc. (QSP) is a fast-growing geospatial technology company that provides industry-leading solutions in GIS services, CAD drafting, survey, engineering, and asset management. With over 140 employees and offices in Toronto and Ottawa, QSP is driven to Lead, Innovate, and Commit to Excellence by delivering reliable end-to-end energy and infrastructure solutions across Canada and beyond.
Job Description
QSP is seeking a highly skilled CAD Technician/Drafter for full-time remote work. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, technically strong, and committed to producing high-quality utility design drawings. The successful candidate will perform a wide range of drafting and design tasks, including topographic drawing creation, as-built drawings, and construction design packages.
Responsibilities
- Utilize advanced CADD skills to create detailed utility drawings using Bentley MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
- Prepare comprehensive TOPO/land base drawings using GPS points and surveyed field data.
- Produce accurate as-built, construction, and design drawings for utility projects.
- Collaborate with project coordinators, planners, engineers, and field staff.
- Participate in project meetings using Microsoft Teams and maintain ongoing communication.
- Mentor junior drafters and support skill development across the team.
- Maintain detailed documentation of revisions, specifications, and project notes.
- Oversee quality control of drawings to ensure compliance with QSP and industry standards.
- Stay current with emerging CADD technologies and industry design methodologies.
- Create isometric and/or 3D piping drawings with strong understanding of system layouts.
- Demonstrate strong understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and transformations.
- Perform stakeout and layout calculations to support field crews.
- Generate topographic profiles and crossing profiles (MTO, water, railway, foreign pipeline).
- Revise drawings based on QC, planner, engineer, or client feedback.
- Adhere to QSP policies, guides, and safety-related procedures.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum two (2) years of CAD drafting experience within the utility industry.
- Strong proficiency in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
- Experience with Civil 3D, OpenRoads, and ProjectWise is considered an asset.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Knowledge & Assets
- Experience with pipeline, gas, electric, or telecom utility design.
- Experience drafting as‑built drawings and construction packages.
- Familiarity with GIS, GPS data, or survey workflows.
- Knowledge of MTO, municipal, and utility design standards.
- Experience collaborating with field teams or interpreting field‑collected data.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- PSIP (Profit Sharing Incentive Plan)
- Full training and mentoring as required
- Opportunities for career development and advancement
- Remote work environment
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
QSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, QSP will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process. If selected to participate, please inform Human Resources of any required accommodations.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used to screen, assess, or select job applicants.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Profit sharing
- Work from home
Experience:
- As-Built and Construction drawings for Utilities: 2 years (required)
- Gas, Electric or Telecom Utility Design: 1 year (required)
- CAD: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Remote
