CAD (computer-aided design) specialist - drafting

Government of Canada - Western; Delta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a skilled professional for an on-site position in metal product fabrication. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS certifications, and 3 to 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include developing design sketches, preparing contracts, and inspecting finished products. This role offers various health benefits, life insurance, and other perks to support employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long-term care insurance

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in metal fabrication.
• AutoCAD Certification and SOLIDWORKS Certification required.
• Ability to read blueprints and prepare design sketches.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements.
• Develop and prepare design sketches.
• Prepare contracts and tenders.
• Write specifications.
• Inspect finished products for proper functioning.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Drafting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work arrangement

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Metal product fabrication industry

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• Develop and prepare design sketches
• Prepare contracts and tenders
• Write specifications
• Estimate costs and materials
• Complete documentation packages and drawing sets
• Consult with client, engineers or production specialists to establish product requirements
• Inspect finished products for proper functioning
• Affix identifying information and shipping instructions on shipments
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Provide customer service

Credentials

• AutoCAD Certification
• SOLIDWORKS Certification

Experience and specialization

• Type of materials: Metal
• Type of drafting: Shop drawings

Computer and technology knowledge

• Internet
• Desktop applications
• Word processing software
• Mail server software
• Project management software
• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks software
• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Fabrication

Type of industry experience

• Metal fabrication

Area of specialization

• Project management
• Drafting

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication

Benefits

• Health benefits: Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)