Education
- An Associate's Degree or Certificate in Drafting, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field is common.
- Certifications from organizations like Autodesk, Coursera for AutoCAD Professional or Sketchup will be considered as an advantage.
Technical Skills (Advanced Proficiency)
- is expected to be proficient in CAD or Sketchup software and a specialist in your field.
- 3D Modeling & Rendering: Ability to create and manipulate complex 3D models and potentially perform basic rendering.
Experience and Soft Skills
Five years of experience means you can work independently and collaborate effectively. Having GCC experience will be considered an asset but is not mandatory.
- Project Experience: Experience with complex, large-scale projects and the ability to manage multiple drawing tasks simultaneously.
- Independent Work: Ability to produce high-quality, complex drawings with supervision.
- Interpretation: The ability to independently read, interpret, and translate complex engineering sketches, specifications and design data into accurate, detailed, final drawings.
- Problem‑Solving: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify and resolve discrepancies or potential design/structural issues.
- Collaboration: Effective communication skills for coordinating and collaborating with engineers, project managers and sometimes clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Use CAD software or Sketchup software to produce detailed drawings based on client specifications.
- Revise and Update drawings: Review and modify existing drawings to meet project specifications and standards, ensuring all necessary information is included.
- Gather data and verify that design specifications are being met during the construction or production process.
- Organize and manage project files, including drawings, revisions and technical documentation.
Skills
Skills Summary
- Proficient in CAD and SketchUp software, including 3D modeling and rendering.
- Strong ability to interpret and translate complex engineering drawings and specifications.
- Skilled in drafting high‑quality technical drawings with minimal supervision.
- Experienced in managing multiple large‑scale projects efficiently.
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills for teamwork with engineers and project managers.
- Well‑organized with attention to file management, revisions and documentation.