CAD Technician

LRI, 170 University Ave 3rd Floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Posted Friday, June 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 3:59 AM

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1986, LRI Engineering is a Canadian engineering firm specializing in Fire Protection Engineering, Building and Fire Code Consulting, and Fire Safety & Emergency planning Services. LRI Engineering is a company of CEP Forensic Inc. You are welcome to explore more at  and

We are excited to invite you to apply for the full-time CAD Technician opportunity at LRI Engineering. We are seeking a CAD Technician to support successful project delivery by assisting project managers with the preparation and maintenance of CAD and Revit drawings for Fire and Life Safety projects, with a strong focus on fire alarms system design. This position offers hands‑on experience in a collaborative consulting environment.

The CAD Technician will report directly to the Manager of Fire & Life Safety Services.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Support project delivery by completing assigned work efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with company and project standards.
• Assist in the design and layout of fire alarm systems in accordance with applicable codes (e.g., NFPA, OBC, ULC).
• Support fire protection system design, including sprinkler layouts and related components.
• Prepare and modify AutoCAD drawings (plans, risers, details, and schematics).
• Coordinate design documents with engineers, project managers, and field teams.
• Interpret, prepare, and modify architectural and engineering plans, Revit drawings, layouts, and schematics based on project requirements and design inputs.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure drawings align with project specifications and standards.
• Maintain organized drawing files, documentation, and version control across multiple projects.
• Assist with the conversion of existing CAD drawings into Revit Models, as required.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate drawings as needed and support overall project coordination.
• Conduct site visits when required, to verify dimensions and gather data to develop accurate drawings.
• Stay current with CAD software updates and industry trends to support continuous improvement and quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with Finance to for project documentation and billing processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Architectural or relevant Technology
• Certifications in AutoCAD and Revit
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in CAD drafting.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit is required.
• Experience supporting fire protection, life safety, or building services projects is considered an asset.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation ($65,000 to $80,000) with participation in performance bonus plan.
• A comprehensive health insurance plan including physical and mental well‑being, dental & vision care, Family & Employee Assistance Plan and Virtual Healthcare.
• Fitness and home office equipment allowance
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Generous paid time off on top of annual vacation
• A fun and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to work with some seriously awesome people

So, if you're excited about applying your CAD skills to fire alarm and life safety system design and want to grow in a dynamic, collaborative environment, let’s connect... you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

LRI, 170 University Ave 3rd Floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada