computer-assisted drafting (CAD) operator

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

Job summary

A Canadian government agency in Metro Vancouver is seeking a qualified individual to prepare engineering designs and drawings. Candidates should have a college diploma and 2-3 years of experience in drafting and quality assurance. This on-site role demands expertise in CAD software such as AutoCAD. Benefits include health coverage, RRSP, and a wellness program.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long-term care insurance

Maternity and parental benefits

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Paid time off for volunteering or personal days

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs and drawings.
• Consult with clients and production specialists.
• Estimate costs and prepare documentation.

Skills

Computer-aided design (CAD)

AutoCAD

Internet

Word processing software

MS Office

MS Windows

Spreadsheet

MS Word

Education

College or CEGEP certificate or diploma (1-2 years)

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

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.

Work setting

• Manufacture
• Manufacturing or production
• Industrial facility or establishment

Responsibilities Tasks

• Prepare engineering designs and drawings
• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• Develop and prepare design sketches
• 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
• Provide estimate of costs
• Prepare price quotations

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• Internet
• Word processing software
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• AutoCAD
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• Spreadsheet
• MS Word

Area of work experience

• Quality assurance or control

Area of specialization

• Drafting
• Concrete products
• Buildings and structures

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Wellness program