Lead Drafting Technologist - CAD Specialist

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

Job summary

A government agency in Toronto is looking for a proficient individual to prepare engineering designs and supervise drafting personnel in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, developing design sketches, preparing specifications and estimates, and consulting with stakeholders. Candidates should have a secondary education and experience with tools like Rhinoceros 3D and AutoCAD, alongside strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Criminal record checks are required, and the work is on-site.

Benefits

Parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering design or drafting is an asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pass a criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs and drawings.
• Read blueprints to determine work requirements.
• Supervise other drafting personnel.
• Train new drafting personnel.
• Develop and prepare design sketches.
• Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates.
• Prepare contracts and tenders.
• Write technical reports and specifications.
• Estimate costs and materials.
• Complete documentation packages and drawing sets.
• Examine drawings for conformity and errors.
• Consult with clients, engineers, or production specialists.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Rhinoceros 3D (Rhino)

AutoCAD

Job description

A government agency in Toronto is looking for a proficient individual to prepare engineering designs and supervise drafting personnel in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, developing design sketches, preparing specifications and estimates, and consulting with stakeholders. Candidates should have a secondary education and experience with tools like Rhinoceros 3D and AutoCAD, alongside strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Criminal record checks are required, and the work is on-site.