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Renewable Civil CADD Technician I

Become a Renewable Civil CADD Technician I with Ulteig in San José, Costa Rica. Support engineers by creating construction drawings for renewable civil designs. Enjoy a flexible workplace and employee ownership.
Ulteig
Ulteig
San José, Costa Rica Flexible Full time UTC-06:00

Ulteig

Company Overview

Ulteig

Fargo, ND, United States

1944

Approximately 1,300 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of $187.2 million in FY 2024 (source: ulteig.com).

What They Do

Ulteig is an infrastructure engineering and consulting firm that operates across four key sectors: Power, Renewables, Transportation, and Water. Rather than manufacturing equipment, Ulteig focuses on designing, engineering, and managing infrastructure projects that enhance the efficiency and reliability of essential services. In the Power sector, the company specializes in grid modernization, substations, and SCADA systems, while in Renewables, it emphasizes clean energy generation, particularly in solar and wind infrastructure (source: ulteig.com). Ulteig's services include design engineering, program management, and technical field services, managing over 2,500 projects annually, showcasing its operational scale and expertise in the infrastructure domain.

Projects & Track Record

Ulteig manages a substantial portfolio of projects, averaging over 2,500 technical and field service projects each year, with a notable 13% year-over-year increase in project volume. The company has demonstrated its capability by working in 43 states and 2 provinces, with registered professional engineers in 48 states and 3 provinces, indicating a robust geographic presence and regulatory compliance (source: ulteig.com). Client satisfaction is a strong point for Ulteig, with over 98% of surveyed clients expressing a willingness to select the firm again, highlighting the quality of their project execution and client relationships.

Recent Developments

In January 2024, Ulteig launched PathFinder™, a software tool designed to assist utilities in evaluating emerging technologies, marking a significant step towards digitalization in their service offerings (source: ulteig.com). Additionally, in August 2023, the company appointed Alison Barie as Chief Financial Officer, indicating a strategic evolution in its financial management as it continues to grow. The firm has experienced a four-fold increase in employee count from 350 in 2015 to approximately 1,400 by 2024, reflecting the high demand for its services in the infrastructure market.

Working There

Ulteig employs a diverse range of professionals across various functional areas, including leadership roles such as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as well as technical positions like design engineers and project managers. The company has 15 office locations, providing geographic flexibility for its workforce, and has been actively hiring, with an 18% year-over-year increase in headcount (source: linkedin.com). Ulteig has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, ranking #14 on Glassdoor's national list in 2023, which reflects its commitment to employee satisfaction and a positive workplace culture.


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Job Description

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for a CAD Technician I opening to work in our San Jose, Costa Rica office. The CAD Technician supports an assigned group of engineers by providing technical drafting support and creating construction drawings for commercial site and renewable civil designs under close supervision.

Please note that resumes must be submitted in English for the application to be considered

What You'll Do

  • Apply generative design principles to explore multiple design options and identify optimal solutions.
  • Automate repetitive design tasks to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Demonstrates a wide degree of creativity and latitude.

What We Expect from You

  • Two-year technical degree or currently enrolled in school for Technical Drafting.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D is required.
  • Knowledge of GIS preferably ESRI software is a plus.
  • Proven experience in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Access)
  • Knowledge in commercial site, solar, and/or wind civil design would be beneficial
  • Good organization and communication skills to assure projects are completed on schedule
  • Certification or coursework in computational design tools and methodologies.
  • Experience in computational design software such as Dynamo for AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar.
  • Experience with programming languages such as Python, C#, or JavaScript for developing design algorithms is a plus.
  • Candidates must have strong attention to detail and work well within a team.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

For 75 years, we've built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees. We realize that a huge part of our success has relied heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. Being 100% employee-owned means, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

  • Flexible Workplace
  • Employee Ownership
  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Collaborative Environment
  • Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig, and its affiliated companies, connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, and its affiliated companies, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

Ulteig, and its affiliated companies, is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: To protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig, nor any of its affiliated companies, will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Ulteig provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, disability and any other legally protected status. Drug Free Workplace.

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About the role

February 27, 2026

Full time

Company

February 28, 2026

Flexible

Solar Energy , Wind Energy

Ulteig

ulteig.com

  •  San José, Costa Rica

Entry-level

UTC-06:00

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