CAD Technician

Job description

CAD Technician

SYSTRA International Bridge Technologies (IBT) is an engineering firm solely dedicated to bridge engineering. We offer specialized engineering services in all facets of bridge design, construction, and maintenance.

Our niche bridge types include steel-concrete composite and all concrete cable-stayed structures, extradosed structures, and segmental concrete bridges. We are a world leader in metro and high-speed rail elevated guideway design. We emphasize the importance of producing bridges tailor-designed for their site that are constructible and economical without sacrificing elegance. We aim to develop cost-saving concepts with well-conceived construction methods, selecting suitable materials based on cost-effectiveness.

Our bridge projects have been built in the United States, Canada, Panama, Australia, India, Jamaica, Mexico, Taiwan, and in the Middle East. We have offices located in Canada, the United States and the Middle East.

SYSTRA IBT is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures.

As a Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technician, you will be responsible for the preparation of engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Microstation, ensuring that the design drawings conform to the specifications and design data provided by the engineer or CAD manager.

• Collaborate with engineering and design team members to create engineering drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets and other data.
• Develop and prepare engineering drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets and other data.
• Develop and prepare shop drawings from design drawings and other data.
• Develop preliminary design sketches.
• Check and verify design drawings for conformity with specifications and design data.
• Develop 3D models from sketches or specifications, ensuring compliance with standards and technical constraints.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to understand project requirements and technical specifications.
• Make changes and revisions to existing drawings based on feedback from the engineering team.
• Attend coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders to discuss drawings and designs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of drawing versions and changes made for ongoing projects.
• Other related duties.

Education: A college or university diploma in civil engineering, industrial drafting or a related field. Additional training in CAD is an asset.

Years of experience: 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in CAD design.

Technical competencies:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microstation is essential.
• Strong understanding of the principles of technical drawing, including the creation of plans, profiles and sections.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and construction methods.
• Experience in creating detailed engineering design drawings and models using CAD software.
• Knowledge of technical standards and specifications in bridge design.
• Knowledge of technical standards and specifications used in the rail industry is an asset.
• Experience as a CAD technician in the rail industry is an asset.

Personal & soft skills:   

• Ability to work closely with the engineering and design teams, and to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Demonstrate thoroughness in creating and checking drawings and designs.
• Ability to use new technologies and adapt to them.
• Adapts and responds well to changing priorities and requirements.
• Strong attention to details.

Contract nature: Permanent

Location: Greater Vancouver, BC

Division: SYSTRA IBT

Reports to: Management Team

Remuneration: The expected salary range for this position is $55,000-$75,000 per year. The exact salary will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, qualifications, certifications, competencies and other relevant criteria.

Note:

This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties will apply as required.

SYSTRA IBT is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.