Structural Designer/Drafter Marine

Skyline Recruitment Ltd; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyline Recruitment Ltd in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an intermediate Structural Designer Drafter to join a team working on maritime, industrial, and transportation infrastructure projects. You'll use AutoCAD, Civil3D, Revit, and ArcGIS to produce drawings and support project delivery.

The role offers on-site work at the Burnaby office, with opportunities to grow into a senior designer drafter. Start date is immediate.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in drafting, design technology, or related field from a recognized technical institution.
• 5+ years of experience in structural or civil drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with engineering drafting workflows.
• Ability to work onsite at the Burnaby office.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers and drafting managers to design and document structural and civil works.
• Produce accurate drawings and complete drawing packages for feasibility studies, detailed design, and construction.
• Assist with quantity take-offs to support cost estimating.
• Utilize ArcGIS and related applications to support engineering and advisory projects.

Skills

Drafting experience (structural/civil)

AutoCAD proficiency

Technical writing

ArcGIS familiarity

Education

Diploma or certificate in drafting, design technology, or related field from a recognized technical institution

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Revit

ArcGIS

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: CAD $85,000 – $125,000

Location: Burnaby, BC

Start Date: Immediate

Job Overview

I’m working with a client who is looking to add an engaged and enthusiastic Structural Designer Drafter at the intermediate level to their team. This role will support a range of maritime, industrial, and transportation infrastructure projects, working with a comprehensive suite of drafting and GIS tools, including AutoCAD, Civil3D, Revit, and ArcGIS. The position offers a chance to apply your drafting skills in a collaborative environment while contributing to impactful infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers and drafting managers to design and document structural and civil works.
• Produce accurate drawings and complete drawing packages for feasibility studies, detailed design, and construction.
• Assist with quantity take-offs to support cost estimating.
• Utilize ArcGIS and related applications to support engineering and advisory projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in drafting, design technology, or related field from a recognized technical institution.
• 5+ years of experience in structural or civil drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with engineering drafting workflows.
• Ability to work onsite at the Burnaby office.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with Civil3D, Revit, and ArcGIS.
• Exposure to 3D structural software and cloud-based drafting workflows.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Client-facing or interpersonal experience.

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a values-driven organization with a focus on innovation, inclusivity, and professional integrity.
• Work on diverse projects across industries, from concept through implementation.
• Opportunity to grow into a senior designer drafter role and contribute to building the drafting team.
• Make a meaningful impact on infrastructure projects that shape communities.