Tekla Detailer

Mercer Mass Timber; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Fitness allowance

Competitive RRSP contribution plan

Job summary

A leading mass timber manufacturer in Vancouver is seeking a Fabrication Designer to create 3D models and shop drawings for products. The role requires a Technical Degree or Diploma and at least 2 years of structural detailing experience, particularly in Tekla Structures. Benefits include a competitive salary ranging from CAD 70,000 to 95,000 and a comprehensive benefits package with health coverage and RRSP contributions. This is a full-time, entry-level position that emphasizes teamwork and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in structural steel detailing.
• Experience in delivery of Mass Timber projects is an asset.
• Advanced computer skills with knowledge of 3D BIM interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute 3D models and 2D shop drawings.
• Produce accurate lists for manufacturing and procurement.
• Maintain organised files and track project data.

Skills

Strong ability to read and interpret complex drawings

Problem-solving abilities

Effective teamwork skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to organise, prioritise, and multitask

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma in CAD Technology, Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structures

MS Office

Revit

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$70,000.00/yr - CA$95,000.00/yr

Who we are. At Mercer Mass Timber we are exceptional people making mass timber for a more sustainable world. We are North America’s largest Mass Timber Manufacturer, with facilities in Penticton, British Columbia, Spokane Valley, Washington, and Conway, Arkansas with a combined annual production capacity of over 255,000 cubic metres of mass timber. MMT is part of Mercer International, a leading forest products company who is one of the world’s largest market pulp producers and operates the world’s largest sawmill. Mercer has operations in Canada, Germany and the United States.

What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Position Description

Reporting to the Team Lead, Fabrication Design, you will play a crucial role in the creation of 3D models, shop drawings, lists, and CNC code, ensuring the seamless ordering, fabrication, assembly, shipping, and installation of Mass Timber materials. The Fabrication Designer will primarily use Tekla to develop 3D models and 2D shop drawings. There may be opportunities to utilise other BIM software, such as Revit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute 3D models and 2D shop drawings that are clean, accurate, and concise, meeting the scope, quality, and schedule requirements of each project.
• Produce accurate “Issued For Fabrication” (IFF) lists inclusive of glulam, CLT, hardware (screws, bolts, etc.), and steel connections for manufacturing and procurement purposes.
• Follow established company standard operating procedures and drafting standards to maintain consistency and quality.
• Maintain organised files and folders and ensure that all project data is properly tracked archived for future reference.
• Review and confirm estimates for task completion hours and provide current status updates to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Identify and communicate potential issues that may impact project quality, cost, or schedule, and actively assist in rectifying them.
• Provide documentation and clarification for scope changes, following the company's change management processes.
• Collaborate with clients and project stakeholders to address issues and challenges, following the direction of the Project Manager to maintain project alignment.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Technical Degree or Diploma (Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology, Civil Engineering, or similar). Equivalent experience in mass timber design, structural engineering, or construction will also be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in structural steel detailing, specifically utilising Tekla Structures
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex engineering, architectural, and fabrication drawings
• Experience in the delivery of Mass Timber projects is considered an asset.
• Advanced computer skills with specific knowledge of software such as MS Office, Cadwork, Revit, Revu, Procore, or other 3D BIM interfaces.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to work effectively in a team in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organise, prioritise, and multitask

Salary and Benefits

• The salary for this position is $70,000 - $95,000. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits, in addition to a Health Care Spending Account and a fitness allowance.
• RRSP - We provide a competitive RRSP contribution plan, with base contributions made by Mercer which can be supplemented with personal contributions matched by the company up to a certain %.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design and Engineering

Industries

Wood Product Manufacturing

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