Structural Draftsperson

Forward Engineering Consultants Pty Lty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Engineering Consultants Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a Structural Draftsperson to join our growing team. This full-time role translates engineering designs into detailed drawings and documentation, coordinating with structural engineers, architects, builders and clients.

You will produce detailed CAD drawings using AutoCAD/BricsCAD, convert Bluebeam sketches into construction documents, and create plans for residential, commercial and industrial projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural drafting experience.
• Understanding of general structural engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed structural drawings and elevations using CAD software.
• Translate engineers' sketches into technical documentation.
• Create construction drawings for residential, commercial and industrial projects.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to resolve design queries.

Skills

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD/BricsCAD

Job description

Forward Engineering Consultants Pty Ltd is seeking a Structural Draftsperson to join our growing team. This is a full-time position based in Highett, VIC 3190. In this role, you will play a part in translating engineering designs and concepts into detailed construction drawings and documentation. As a Structural Draftsperson, you will work collaboratively with structural engineers and project team to produce drawings, plans, and specifications, issued to coordinate with architects, builders and clients.

What you'll be doing

Producing detailed structural drawings, plans, details and elevations using CAD software.

Translating engineers' Bluebeam Revu sketches and design specifications into technical documentation.

Creating construction drawings for projects of a variety of scope from residential projects to commercial/industrial developments.

Collaborating with the internal structural and civil engineering team to clarify design intent and resolve technical queries.

What we're looking for

Proficiency with CAD software, particularly AutoCAD/BricsCAD, with ideally 5+ years of experience.

Understanding of general structural engineering principles and building construction methods

Familiarity with projects of various construction methods, including timber, steel, concrete (insitu and precast) structures.

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment

Experience in a consulting environment.

About us

Forward Engineering Consultants Pty Ltd is a structural and civil engineering consultancy with a developed client base delivering engineering solutions across Victoria and beyond. We work on diverse projects ranging from mid-scale commercial and industrial developments to boutique residential projects of a wide scope, from alterations to townhouse developments. We emphasise a team-based approach to projects, where engineers and drafters work together from concept through to issue. Everyone has direct access to the directors, questions are encouraged, and every team member’s input shapes the final documentation. We’re a small team that values technical rigour, clear communication and good working relationships with our clients and consultants.