Technician jobs in Canada

EQUILIBRIUM is looking for a Senior or Associate Technician / Technologist to join our Drafting / BIM team in Vancouver. This role will provide a great opportunity for career progression in a growing company for the right candidate.

EQUILIBRIUM is an award-winning mid-sized consulting Structural Engineering firm working on a diverse range of ambitious projects both locally and internationally. EQUILIBRIUM was founded in Vancouver in 1998 with a focus on progressive and innovative building projects, sustainability-oriented construction, and particularly projects utilizing timber construction.

While still based in Vancouver, BC, we are growing our presence in the US and France with our offices in Atlanta, GA and Paris respectively.

We are looking for a talented and ambitious Technician / Technologist with 8+ years of experience to join our drafting and BIM department at our Vancouver office.

• Get to be a part of innovative, architecturally led and award-winning projects across North America and Internationally.
• Provide drafting and BIM support for our team across all offices.
• Create and oversee structural BIM models (LOD 300+) and construction documents for a variety of building types using Revit / AutoCAD.
• Develop structural engineer's concepts and sketches into accurate models and drawings, with a clear understanding of how to organize drawing sets in compliance with our drawing standards.
• Participate in coordination with the consultant team, Client, and other project stakeholders to ensure delivery of fully coordinated models and documents.
• Maintain clean and organized Revit and AutoCAD files, ensuring ease of navigate and ability to access and modify information.
• Conduct quality reviews and lead / support the development of project models and drawings and models to ensure quality of work produced for the team.
• Troubleshoot problems that arise within the rapidly changing digital coordination environment.
• Act as a role model and mentor for other team members, demonstrating alignment with firm values and professional standards as well as overseeing the work of the rest of the drafting department.
• Opportunity to take on a management / leadership role within the firm for the right individual.

• Diploma or Certificate in Civil / Structural drafting or technology from an accredited University or Technical College.
• Located in Vancouver or willing to relocate.
• Valid work status in Canada.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience producing structural drawings, specifically building designs.
• Minimum of 8 years Revit experience on structural projects (modeling, drawing development, BIM, family creation inclusive).
• Technically proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Windows.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam.
• Sound knowledge of timber, steel, concrete, and hybrid construction.

• Ability to work and lead a team in a collaborative environment across multiple locations.
• Disciplined work ethic with great attitude and energy.
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects and teams concurrently.
• Organized, self-motivated, pro-active, detail-oriented, and willing to take on new challenges.
• Problem-solver and critical thinker.
• Fast learner who can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to coordinate with internal staff and Clients.
• Ability to provide feedback and training to team members.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes or experience producing manufacturing shop drawings (an asset but not required). Cadwork experience is specifically valued.
• Knowledge of Dynamo, Grasshopper, Navisworks, or other parametric or coordination tools (an asset but not required).
• Experience in Excel operating and programming (an asset but not required).
• Parametric modelling experience (an asset but not required).

EQUILIBRIUM is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and ability including :

• Opportunities for career progression in a growing company.
• Performance bonuses.
• Retirement savings plan matching.
• Extended health benefits contribution.
• Competitive parental leave policy.
• Healthy and flexible vacation policy.
• Annual adventure bonus (please ask about this).
• Flexible hours on Fridays.
• Pet-friendly office environment.
• Personal wellbeing and health support, including use of our in-house climbing / bouldering wall
• Chef-cooked lunch at the office 2x per week.
• Healthy Social culture including yearly summer weekend away, ski trips and many more.

All applicants should submit a CV and cover letter to - Please specify the job title in the subject line. No phone calls, please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types :

• Full-time, Permanent

Pay :

• From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits :

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Ability to commute / relocate :

• Vancouver, BC V6J 1J8 : reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence / Certification :

• Diploma / Certificate in Civil / Struct. drafting or technology (required)

Work Location :

• In person