Drafting Technician

Job summary

Prepare engineering designs, drawings, construction specifications, cost and material estimates, technical reports, and complete drawing documentation packages. Review drawings for accuracy and conformity, consult with clients and technical specialists to establish requirements, and train or lead drafting personnel.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Bachelor's degree Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Prepare engineering designs and drawings Read blueprints to determine work requirements Train new drafting personnel Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates Write technical reports Write specifications Estimate costs and materials Complete documentation packages and drawing sets Examine drawings for conformity and errors Consult with client, engineers or production specialists to establish product requirements Leading/instructing groups Experience and specialization Type of drafting Detailing drafting Computer and technology knowledge Tekla Internet Desktop applications File management software Word processing software Project management software Programming software Business diagram software Mapping and data visualization software Data analysis software Database software Device drivers Networking hardware Networking software MS Office Spreadsheet Area of work experience Fabrication Quality assurance or control Area of specialization Construction Industrial design Project management Testing Drafting Concrete products Additional information Security and safety Bondable Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail Ability to distinguish between colours Personal suitability Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Organized Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Life insurance Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Other Benefits Free parking available Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for persons with disabilities Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities Support for newcomers and refugees Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.) Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Support for youths Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Support for Veterans Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market Support for Indigenous people Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Support for mature workers Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination Supports for visible minorities Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)

What you’ll do

Prepare engineering designs, drawings, construction specifications, cost and material estimates, technical reports, and complete drawing documentation packages. Review drawings for accuracy and conformity, consult with clients and technical specialists to establish requirements, and train or lead drafting personnel.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree and 2 to less than 3 years of experience are specified. The role requires drafting and blueprint-reading capabilities, attention to detail, strong written and oral communication, organization, and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Health Care Plan
• Vision Care Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Free Parking

Listed skills

• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Engineering Design
• Technical Drawing
• Blueprint Reading
• Construction Specifications
• Cost Estimation
• Material Estimation
• Technical Report Writing
• Drawing Review
• Quality Assurance
• Client Consultation
• Team Leadership
• Tekla
• Project Management Software
• Microsoft Office
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Art & Design