CADWorx Application Specialist

Vista Projects is an integrated industrial engineering firm that helps clients navigate the digital transformation of their projects and operations. Our proven project execution process is based on a “single source of truth” model that eliminates the potential for inefficient engineering designs, cost overruns and project completion delays.

We believe the world needs industrial projects and that intelligent engineering data can increase the likelihood of innovative solutions getting to market. Over the years, our multi-discipline teams have conceptualized and designed some of the most challenging and successful industrial processing projects in the North American energy sector. Vista has established itself as a trusted industrial engineering partner for all types of projects, from conceptual studies and pilots to large-scale commercial expansions.

The benefits of our approach apply to new asset developments and brownfield optimization projects across several industrial markets. This includes biofuels and produced water treatment to natural gas and petrochemical processing. We are headquartered in Calgary and maintain a satellite office in Houston.

The CADWorx Applications Specialist is a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, responsible for supporting the development of digital twins and EPC 4.0 intelligent design systems using both new and existing technologies. This role will focus on optimizing engineering and design software environments, ensuring seamless project execution, and enabling efficient collaboration across disciplines.

• Setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of CADWorx projects
• Setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of Autodesk Plant 3D projects
• Setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of AutoPlant projects
• Implementation, customization, and management of catalogs and specifications
• Scheduling and automation of Navisworks model generation
• Management of isometric extractions from 3D models
• Extraction, validation, and reporting of project data such as MTOs, BOMs, and custom reports
• Oversight of software patches, upgrades, and version migrations for CADWorx and related applications
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving application and user issues in collaboration with IT and project teams
• Liaising with Engineering, Design, Project Management, and IT teams to ensure software tools are fit-for-purpose and aligned with project needs
• Supporting and enforcing CAD standards, best practices, and workflows across projects
• Training, mentoring, and supporting design and engineering staff on the effective use of CADWorx and related software
• Assisting with the integration of CAD applications into digital twin platforms, databases, and enterprise systems
• Performing other duties as required

• 5 Years+ CADWorx Administration Experience including project creation, isometric extraction, spec creation and management
• Engineering background with an Engineering degree or diploma in Engineering Technology, Management Information Systems, Data Management, Engineering, Design, Drafting, Computer Science or Engineering and Design experience
• Proven experience with CADWorx, Autodesk Plant 3D, and/or AutoPlant administration and customization
• Knowledge of Navisworks, isometric extraction tools, and MTO reporting workflows
• Strong understanding of 3D modeling, databases, and intelligent design systems
• Familiarity with EPC project execution and digital twin concepts
• Experience with scripting, automation, or customization (e.g., VBA, AutoLISP, Python, SQL) considered an asset
• Above average understanding of MS Excel, data management or database knowledge including experience in the manipulation of large datasets (e.g., pivot tables and filters) and creating corresponding reports
• Passion for learning new technical skills and open to learning emerging software and related technologies as needs arise
• Strong organization skills to produce deliverables / configurations at a high level of accuracy
• Leverage expertise to design solutions for current and future projects
• Team player with a positive attitude and always willing to accept new challenges
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Eight to Ten years of combined education and experience working in an EPC environment or on large capital projects
• Exposure to EPC 4.0 concepts and digital transformation initiatives
• Ability to train, mentor, and support end-users across multiple disciplines
• Strong data management and integration skills for linking design tools with business systems
• Experience with parallel modelling and design software (e.g., Autodesk Plant 3D, Bentley AutoPlant, AVEVA, Hexagon, AutoCAD, etc)
• Knowledge of industrial engineering workflows, procedures, and deliverables
• Basic Automation skills in tools such as .NET, LISP, batch files, etc would be an advantage.

Working with Vista is a chance to contribute to the type of challenging municipal and industrial projects that the world requires. If that doesn’t excite you, this role likely won’t be a fit.

Challenging projects require focus and we enable our people to do their best work with modernized project systems that are based on our leading use of intelligent data-centric execution architecture. Our staff and clients like that it gives them real-time access to validated data shared across all project departments. This fosters project design and business decisions based on a single, authoritative source of truth and provides increased transparency and collaboration with team members and clients, leading to improved engineering quality and a product we can all take pride in.

An opportunity with Vista is not just a job; it is a chance to tackle challenging projects with colleagues who are among the most recognized and accomplished in their disciplines.

• A stimulating, fast-paced and challenging work environment where you will contribute to the interesting municipal and industrial engineering projects
• A robust and consistent recruitment process that ensures your colleagues are likeminded and comparably capable
• An opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneurial, technically skilled team which has established leadership in innovative engineering solutions
• A strong value-based philosophy that provides an informal, close-knit team environment, where you and your family feel like a part of our organization, and not just an employee number
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including a performance-linked variable pay program
• Company-sponsored social events and team sports
• Flexible work schedules, half-day Fridays and free parking
• An organization that values and encourages diversity

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Note: As part of the interview process there will be a technical testing component that will take up to two hours and can be completed at home on your own timeline. Candidates may be required to complete a security clearance procedure prior to receiving an offer.