Structural Drafter, Junior

WhiteWater West-; Richmond; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteWater in Richmond, BC is seeking a Junior Structural Drafter to support engineers in developing 2D drawings and 3D models. You will use AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks and BIM workflows under supervision to produce deliverables and coordinate with fabricators and consultants.

You will work with a team in Structural Engineering, preparing drawings, bills of materials, and documentation while upholding quality standards and safety practices in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in British Columbia, Canada.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Forma (e.g., AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit) and BIM operations.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Competency in Solidworks is a bonus asset.
• Detail-oriented and spatial thinker with analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Strong sense of presentation and layout skills; able to independently create professional drawings from rough information.
• Ability to interpret drawings of different trades and formats accurately.
• Understanding of engineering principles, architectural standards, and construction trades; background in structural engineering or architecture is a plus.
• Experience in drafting and modelling; related post-secondary qualification is valued.
• Proficiency in English is essential; other languages are a bonus asset.

Responsibilities

• Utilize commercial and in-house software to facilitate design developments and production of deliverables.
• Interpret engineering designs and drawings from in-house staff, external consultants, fabricators and contractors.
• Collaborate with engineers and drafters to produce 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Execute BIM preparation and coordination under supervision.
• Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders on projects and product development tasks.
• Assist in preparing Bills of Material.
• Coordinate drawing sets and manage project documentation.
• Perform drafting checks on drawings and models.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in design and drafting processes.
• Address NCRs or OFIs and maintain best practices across engineering disciplines.

Skills

Autodesk Forma

Microsoft Office

Solidworks

Detail oriented

Presentation skills

English language

Engineering principles

Drafting & Modelling

Education

Post-secondary qualification in Structural Eng or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Revit

Job description

WhiteWater makes products, but we are a service business at our heart, which means we are a people business. In this way, we excel and create value for our clients by listening to their needs, collaborating to develop solutions, problem-solving and attending to the details. Our culture, as you would expect, reflects these traits. We are a diverse group of experts, from creative designers to talented engineers. Whatever expertise we bring from all over the world, we listen and learn from each other because we are aligned with a clearly understood purpose. Together, we create fun for families globally.

Position: Structural Drafter, Junior

Shift: 40 hours | Full-time

Department: Structural Engineering

Location: Richmond, BC, Canada (relocating to Vancouver Downtown - mid 2027)

Reports to: Structural Engineering Manager

Purpose

Structural Drafter supports structural engineers in all phases of product development initiatives or projects from conceptual/proposal stage to engineering design process to manufacturing/construction works.

Your Role

• Utilize commercial & in-house software to facilitate design developments and the productions of deliverables.
• Interpret engineering designs & drawings from in-house staff, external consultants, fabricators, and contractors.
• Collaborate with structural engineers and fellow drafters to produce professional 2D structural drawings and 3D models.
• Execute BIM preparation and coordination in projects under the supervision of experienced drafters.
• Assist structural engineers to provide technical support to in-house departments, regional offices, external consultants, and vendors in projects and product development tasks.
• Provide technical support to the preparation of Bills of Material.
• Coordinate drawing set releases and administrate documentation for project deliverables.
• Perform drafting checks on engineering drawings and 3D models.
• Contribute to the development of departmental teamwork and efforts to improve efficiency, including continuous improvements to design and drafting processes
• Contribute to resolve Non-Compliance Reports (NCRs) or Opportunity for Improvements (OFIs).
• Follow & maintain best practices in Engineering, Customer Service, Quality, Lean Management, and Safety.
• Execute responsibilities according to lawful and ethical standards.
• Contribute to the development of departmental teamwork & efforts to improve efficiency and quality of work.
• Cultivate self-improvement habits and align personal development goals with departmental goals.
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be legally eligible to work in British Columbia, Canada.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Forma (e.g., AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit) and BIM operations
• Competency in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Competency in Solidworks is considered as a bonus asset.
• Detail-oriented & spatial thinker with analytical & creative problem-solving abilities.
• Strong sense of presentation and layout skills; able to independently create/develop comprehensive professional drawings from rough engineering information.
• Ability to interpretate drawings of different trades and formats accurately.
• Reasonable understanding of engineering principles, architectural standards, and construction trades; having structural engineering or architectural background is considered as an asset.
• Experience on, or exposure to, shop fabrication or site construction works can be a bonus asset.
• Experience in drafting & modelling; with post-secondary qualification related to Structural Engineering or Architecture is highly valued and will be considered a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in English for effective communication (written & oral); knowing other languages is a bonus asset.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proactive, innovative, and open-minded.
• Good communication skills help ensure accuracy and effective collaboration.
  
• Self-starter and energetic; eager to learn, flexible to adapt, and passionate to improve.
• Strong logical-&-critical thinking ability with prudence.
• Excellent time & stress management; able to meet tight deadlines in a fast paced, fun, and professional environment.
• Excellent organizational and priority-defining skills.
• Taking ownership of works, being able to take on tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Authenticity and respect for others; exceptional ability to listen, communicate, and collaborate.
• Ability to develop & maintain effective internal working relationships with all levels in WhiteWater.
• Hands on, roll up your sleeves, do whatever it takes to get the job done.

WHITEWATER COMPETENCIES

• Accountability – We do what we say
• Collaboration – We work well together
• Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers
• Communication – We listen to and understand each other
• Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other
• Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure, are persistent and optimistic
• Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstances.

WhiteWateris proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the diversity of all employees and applicants and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

We thank all the candidates who take the time and energy to apply. Given the volume of applications, it makes responding personally to each applicant difficult, but please know we are grateful for your interest. We look forward to connecting with you through this search or future ones. All the best in your job search.