Drafter I

PADNOS; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking project delivery firm that specializes in engineering and construction management. This role offers the chance to work on significant projects across Canada, focusing on detailed engineering calculations and design standards. You will collaborate with a dynamic team, ensuring client satisfaction while developing your career in a supportive and innovative environment. With a commitment to professional growth and an inclusive culture, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the engineering field.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Extended Health Benefits

Career Planning

Annual Performance Reviews

Inclusive and Diverse Culture

Qualifications

• Experience with engineering calculations and design standards.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed non-linear pole line calculations using industry software.
• Coordinate with teams to solve design challenges and meet project deadlines.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Graduate from an accredited post secondary technical educational institution

Tools

AutoCAD 2020

Quickpole

Spidacalc

Job description

Monday, March 10, 2025

RAM is a project delivery firm specializing in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering and Advisory services across Canada. RAM is searching for a motivated and experienced individual in Calgary, AB or Vancouver, BC. The successful candidate will be an individual that enjoys a challenging, professional, and dynamic workplace and contributing to the success of a hardworking team.

The Position

We are currently seeking qualified engineering design technicians to help with detailed engineering calculations on existing aerial pole lines throughout AB and BC. The successful candidate will support the Professional Engineer with completing non-linear pole line analysis using various industry software. The individual will coordinate with Project Coordinators, Managers and Design staff to advance projects and solve design challenges.

Responsibilities

• Detailed non-linear pole line calculations using industry approved software.
• Assist with solving make ready challenges, providing design remedies for non-compliant pole lines.
• Participate in ongoing development of design standards and methodologies to further develop design and operational efficiencies.
• Be an ambassador to our clients ensuring their best interests are in mind at all times.
• Interface directly with clients and other third-party resources to discuss, review and provide consultations for project requirements.
• Complete minor AutoCAD based updates to project drawings.
• Assist the project team with achieving project deadlines and budgets.

Requirements

• Working experience with AutoCAD 2020, Quickpole, Spidacalc is an asset.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to deal with multiple projects and conflicting deadlines and get along with people.
• Graduate from an accredited post secondary technical educational institution.
• Knowledge of BCH standards.

Why You Should Join RAM

• Tuition Reimbursement and Career Planning
• Extended Health Benefits
• Ability to work on North America’s largest projects
• Be part of an innovative technical team
• Grow & develop your career
• Join an inclusive and diverse culture
• Developing Professionals Group
• Accredited Employer Program with EGBC
• Annual Performance and Salary Reviews

For seven consecutive years, RAM has made Canadian Business and Maclean’s Growth 500 ranking of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies. Ranking Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by five-year revenue growth, the Growth 500 profiles the country’s most successful growing businesses.

Interested?
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your professional career, please send your resume in confidence to [e-mail]. RAM is committed to employment equity and hires based on merit.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.