Distribution Drafter

Primary-Engineering-and-Constructio; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary-Engineering-and-Constructio in Burnaby seeks a Distribution Drafter with CAD drafting skills to produce and maintain BC Hydro drawings and interpret GIS data. The role requires coordination with Engineering, Construction and Survey teams and a strong ability to manage multiple tasks accurately.

You should hold a CAD/Drafting certificate or diploma and be proficient with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Civil3D.

Qualifications

• CAD/Drafting certificate or diploma from a recognized institution.
• Proficient with Autodesk Map3D, Civil3D, Raster Design, Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
• Strong understanding of civil construction.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to liaise with Engineering, Construction and Survey teams.
• A passion for the work and self-motivation.
• Class 5 driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Produce, modify, and maintain BC Hydro drawings.
• Review third-party drawings for conflicts and information as required.
• Interpret GIS information for design accuracy.
• Import survey data into drawings as needed.
• Conduct site surveys for record drawing creation using SPECTRA.
• Ensure data integrity across design, construction, and records.
• Apply civil standards in designs and related work.
• Manage workload independently to balance multiple tasks with precision.
• Adapt drafting standards to project needs and changes.
• Provide additional project support and stretch tasks as required.
• Collaborate with senior staff to maintain tools, processes, and templates.

Skills

CAD/Drafting

Autodesk Map3D

Civil3D

Raster Design

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Civil construction knowledge

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

CAD/Drafting Certificate or Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

SPIDAcalc

PLS-CADD

AGI32

MS Office

Job description

We have an opening for a Distribution Drafter in our Burnaby office.

Whether you're early in your career or bringing several years of industry experience, we encourage you to apply. The successful candidate's responsibilities and compensation will reflect their experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Producing, modifying, and maintaining BC Hydro drawings.
• Reviewing third-party drawings such as civil, architectural, landscape, and onsite electrical for conflicts and information as required by the project.
• Interpreting GIS information.
• Importing survey and other forms of data into drawings as required.
• Site Survey for Record Drawing creation using SPECTRA survey technology.
• Ensuring data integrity in design, construction, and record drawings.
• Understanding and applying civil standards while preparing designs and other work.
• Autonomously manage workload to control multiple tasks with a very high degree of accuracy, while meeting project deadlines.
• Flexibility to adapt to civil and drafting standards.
• Additional project support and stretch tasks as required by the design team.
• Working with senior members to maintain drafting tools, processes, and templates.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• CAD/Drafting Certificate or Diploma from a recognized college or university.
• Efficient in using Autodesk Map3D, Civil3D, Raster Design, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam.
• Strong understanding of Civil construction.
• Proficient English language skills, verbal and written.
• Strong collaborative / communications skills, and a willingness to liaise with other disciplines (Engineering, Construction, and Survey).
• A passion for your work and self-motivated.
• Class 5 driver’s license.

Additional Assets:

• Experience working in the electric utility or related engineering environment, ideally with experience in design and cost estimating of electrical distribution projects.
• Familiar with BC design and construction standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, SPIDAcalc, PLS-CADD, AGI32 and MS Office and distribution design software.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Participation in extra-curricular events, and volunteer work.