Position Summary
Performs basic to advanced AutoCAD drafting and all necessary calculations. Work involves the translation of ideas, rough sketches, instructions, specifications and calculations from engineers, surveyors or designers into complete and accurate working plans for various engineering purposes. Develops new drawings by utilizing or combining previously unrelated elements.
This position would be under direct supervision of the Project Engineer with some independent work.
Qualifications
· Degree/diploma in civil engineering or related program
· Knowledge of codes and design practices.
· Knowledge of CADD systems (Civil 3D, MicroStation).
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Series.
· Able to apply basic mathematical concepts.
· Basic understanding of geographic information systems.
Duties & Responsibilities include;
1. Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from project team (Project Engineer).
2. Plot profiles and cross-sections, indicating relation of topographical contours and elevations to bridges, retaining walls, tunnels, overhead power lines, buildings and other structures.
3. Draft detailed drawings of structures and installations such as bridges, roads, culverts, water and wastewater systems.
4. Make final drawings of proposed designs, checking dimensions materials to be used, and relation of various elements to the whole design, make changes to existing drawings.
5. Perform non-routine duties essential to the preparation of engineering, planning or surveying drawings that require the application of both standardized and non- standardized drawing techniques.
6. Recognize and identify conflicts or areas of concern in engineering designs.
7. Quantity calculations.
8. Perform duties on CADD system and contribute to the overall team effort
9. Preparation of site plans, building permit applications, etc.
Language Skills
· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
· Ability to document progress on assigned tasks.
· Ability to understand verbal/oral instructions.
· Ability to speak effectively with team member and employees of the organization.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
