Engineering design and drafting technologist

CTS CONTAINER & TRAILER SERVICES LTD.; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local engineering firm in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is seeking a skilled draftsman to prepare engineering designs and drawings. The ideal candidate will have certifications in AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS, with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a tight-knit team. This role requires on-site work, so candidates must be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail. The firm offers health benefits, including dental and vision care.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• AutoCAD Certification required.
• SOLIDWORKS Certification required.
• Experience in drafting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs and drawings.
• Develop and prepare design sketches.
• Prepare construction specifications, costs, and material estimates.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or non-university certificate or diploma (1-2 years)

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Internet

Desktop applications

Presentation software

Project management software

Spreadsheet

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs and drawings
• Develop and prepare design sketches
• Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimatesComplete documentation packages and drawing sets
• Examine drawings for conformity and errors

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AutoCAD Certification
• SOLIDWORKS Certification

Experience and specialization

Type of drafting

• Shop drawings
• Detailing drafting
• Presentation drawings

Computer and technology knowledge

• Internet
• Desktop applications
• Presentation software
• Project management software
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks software
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• Spreadsheet

Area of specialization

• Technical illustration
• Mechanical
• Drafting
• Structural engineering

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits