design technologist-part time contract.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced **Design Technologist** on a part-time basis to support technical drafting, digital visualization, and design modeling operations. The ideal candidate holds a background in Architectural or Interior Design Technology, combined with a minimum of five years of hands-on experience translating complex design concepts into precise technical assets.

In this role, you will bridge the gap between technical execution and visual communication by creating advanced 3D models, converting CAD assets across multiple software platforms, and collaborating closely with our Industrial Design and Marketing teams. This position offers a high degree of autonomy, operating independently with structured weekly check-ins to review progress, establish priorities, and align on project milestones.

Advantages
20 Hours/week
Remote possibilities
Flexible work schedule
Learning opportunities

Responsibilities
3D CAD Modeling & Asset Development

* **Advanced SketchUp Modeling:** Build, maintain, and optimize detailed 3D CAD models within SketchUp Pro, including the creation and configuration of Dynamic Components (part creation, custom property assignment, and complex environmental assemblies).

* **Cross-Platform CAD Translation:** Interpret, clean, and translate architectural and technical design information seamlessly from source CAD programs (e.g., AutoCAD, CREO) into production-ready formats.
* **Visualization Support:** Collaborate with Industrial Design and Marketing teams to produce specialized 3D models tailored for high-quality rendering production, aligned strictly with project storyboards and visual style guides.
Project & Technical Coordination

Independent Execution:** Manage weekly workload efficiently in a self-directed environment, taking ownership of deliverables from brief through final review.
Communication & Check-Ins:** Participate in structured weekly touchpoints to review priorities, demonstrate progress, resolve technical bottlenecks, and incorporate feedback.
Asset & Data Management:** Maintain clean, well-organized drawing files, component libraries, and visual assets adhering to company file structures and layer conventions.

Qualifications
Education:** Diploma or Degree in Architectural Technology, Interior Design Technology, Industrial Design, or a related technical drafting discipline.
Experience:** Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in technical drafting, 3D digital visualization, and multi-disciplinary design support.

Technical & Software Skills

SketchUp Pro:** Expert-level proficiency, with demonstrated experience constructing Dynamic Components, parametric properties, and detailed environmental setups.
AutoCAD:** Strong working proficiency with recent versions (AutoCAD 2025 preferred) for 2D drafting, layout, and asset extraction.
Secondary CAD Knowledge:** Working knowledge or familiarity with parametric/3D CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, CREO, or Inventor is considered a strong asset.
Productivity Tools:** Functional proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word) for daily project communication and tracking.
Core Competencies
Technical Precision:** Exceptional spatial awareness, attention to detail, and ability to read/interpret complex architectural, interior, and product drafting documentation.
Autonomy & Time Management:** Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal daily supervision.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Strong verbal and visual communication skills to translate creative marketing briefs into precise technical models.

Summary
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity please forward your resume via email to Kristy Weckl View email address on randstad.com

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to View email address on randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to View email address on randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process. show more