Drafter

Improtech; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intermediate Designer/Drafter with expertise in 2D AutoCAD and 3D Solidworks. This role involves preparing precise engineering drawings and layouts, ensuring compliance with design standards, and participating in design reviews. The company offers a collaborative environment where your skills will contribute to innovative solutions in the food and beverage sector. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are passionate about engineering design, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career and make a significant impact on exciting projects.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years drafting experience with strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Solidworks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clear and accurate working plans and detailed drawings for engineering.
• Participate in design review meetings and collaborate with the design team.

Skills

2D AutoCAD

3D Modelling with Solidworks

Mechanical Drafting Techniques

Engineering Terminology

Reading Engineering Drawings

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Post-secondary Diploma or Degree in Design or Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Job description

Drafter Positions

About Us

This 30+ year Toronto firm specializes in design, implementation and commissioning of process modifications in food and beverage operations across Canada. Clients are provided with a full range of services including problem solving, conceptual design, machine fabrication and installation, project management, commissioning, and training. Our continued success in our industry has been leveraged by our inclusion in the AGI group of businesses. AGI is a global leader in the planning, engineering and manufacturing of full solutions and systems in the agriculture industry, partnering with customers on 6 continents to offer unique market solutions.

Drafter - Solidworks

A solid understanding of mechanical and machine drafting techniques and engineering terminology is required in this position as the Intermediate Designer / Drafter will prepare clear, complete, and accurate working plans and detailed drawings in support of the engineering team. Details to include all views and dimensions necessary for installation and fabrication. Producing work right the first time is key to our success.

Skilled Requirements

• Strong 2D AutoCAD skills, knowledge of layer management, XREFs manipulation, etc.
• 3D Modelling with Solidworks.
• Develop and prepare engineering layout drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, specification sheets and other data.
• Sound knowledge of CAD design and drafting techniques, engineering drawing, graphic arts, reading of drawings.
• Familiarity with relevant Engineering department procedures.
• Skill in reading, interpreting and using related documents and drawings prepared by others.
• Able to identify and report design related issues to Project Lead and/or Project Engineer.
• On-site verification and measurement of layout drawings and machine dimensions.
• Able to collect and provide proper site measurements and information as required.
• Prepare drawings utilized for tender documents which range from mechanical or electrical equipment installations to custom equipment.
• Preparation of Process Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Understand the design process and other procedures relevant to the production of engineering documents.
• Ensure compliance with approved design standards in work to provide quality design.
• Participate in Design Review Meetings.
• Work as a productive member of a design team, cooperating with Improtech management to perform engineering work of high quality.
• Make every effort to complete assignments on time, on schedule and according to budget.
• Treat all Improtech and customer information in a confidential manner.
• Maintain and continually improve technical and professional abilities required to perform assigned tasks.
• Promptly inform Improtech management of any change in customer status or any information on customer business which may affect Improtech’s relationship with the customer or with work in progress.

Desired Skills

• Post-secondary Diploma or Degree in Design, or Engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years of drafting background and a strong proficiency in 2D AutoCAD and 3D Modelling in Solidworks.
• Ability to deal with multiple projects and conflicting deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal, mathematical, and interpersonal skills.
• Understand and efficiently use Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, AutoCAD.
• 3-5 years of previous drafting experience inclusive of responsibilities included in the Job Summary.
• Experience working on multi-discipline projects.
• General knowledge/understanding of all related engineering fields.

Compensation: Competitive compensation and career opportunities.

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