Electrical Drafter
- AB, Canada
- Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Between 5-10 years of pertinent experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
BPA is more than an engineering firm - it’s a passionate team shaping the buildings and infrastructure of tomorrow. With offices across Canada, our expertise in sustainable design and technical innovation drives impactful projects from coast to coast. Joining BPA means putting your talent to work on meaningful projects, collaborating with recognized experts, and growing in a flexible, people-focused and forward-thinking environment.
As an Intermediate Electrical CAD/Revit Operator, you will play a crucial role in our drafting team, showcasing your expertise in electrical design and drafting. This position entails a significant level of independent decision-making and requires a high degree of professionalism.
Main Responsibilities
The characteristics described below represent those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.
As an Intermediate Electrical CAD/Revit Operator, you will play a crucial role in our drafting team, showcasing your expertise in electrical design and drafting. This position entails a significant level of independent decision-making and requires a high degree of professionalism.
Main Responsibilities
- Complete red pen markups from site surveys, photos, and/or instructions from senior electrical engineers.
- Prepare and modify electrical drawings with limited instruction on unusual or complex problems.
- Perform assignments with limited supervision regarding expected results.
- Keep abreast of the latest technological developments within AutoCAD, Revit, and associated programs.
- Assist designers with drawing coordination reviews and coordinate with other consultants.
- Ensure effective communication and coordination between all parties on assigned projects.
- Accountable for the quality of service on assigned projects.
- Occasional contact with clients, vendor representatives, and project field personnel.
- Keep the project manager informed of all circumstances that could affect projects or clients.
- Report to the CAD/BIM manager if technical challenges, drawing standards, or software-related issues arise.
- Attend technical and professional society meetings and seminars.
- Demonstrate increasing technical knowledge of drafting techniques and methods.
- In-person position based in an office environment; may require travel to a client's office, production facility, or industrial/construction job site.
- A Diploma in Engineering Design and Drafting Technology (EDDT) or Engineering Design Technology (EDT) is preferred.
- A Diploma in Building Information Modelling Management is highly desirable.
- Between 5-10 years of pertinent experience.
- Highly proficient operating knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD (required for all essential functions).
- Proficiency in BIM 360/ACC, Navisworks, Revizto, Fieldwire, and Bluebeam (essential).
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office.
- Preference given to candidates with demonstrated high proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360/ACC, and Bluebeam.
- High degree of professionalism with significant independent decision-making ability.
- Strong communication skills; able to work effectively as a team member with internal clients.
- Capable of working with limited supervision and handling unusual or complex problems.
- Demonstrates increasing technical knowledge over time.
The characteristics described below represent those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position.
- Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.
- The job will generally be performed in an office environment but may require travel to and visit a client’s office, production facility or industrial/construction job site. Conditions will vary at each location, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.
- A culture built on collaboration, knowledge sharing, talent development, and the quality of our work.
- A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible scheduling and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
- Overtime hours that are recognized and compensated, either through time off in lieu or paid compensation.
- A competitive total compensation package, including a market-driven salary, a comprehensive group insurance plan, and an RRSP program with employer contributions.
- A structured training and professional development program supported by UniversiT, our internal entity dedicated to the technical and personal growth of every employee.
- A structured Mentorship Program that connects early-career professionals with experienced mentors to kick-start your BPA career.
- Cutting-edge technology, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
- The “Finding Balance” program, which promotes overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Prepare and modify electrical drawings, complete redline markups, and support drawing coordination with designers and other consultants. Maintain drawing quality, communicate project issues to managers, and coordinate with clients, vendors, and field personnel as needed.
Requirements
A diploma in Engineering Design and Drafting Technology or Engineering Design Technology is preferred, and a diploma in Building Information Modelling Management is highly desirable. Candidates should have 5–10 years of relevant experience and strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360/ACC, Navisworks, Revizto, Fieldwire, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
Skills
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- BIM 360/ACC
- Navisworks
- Revizto
- Fieldwire
- Bluebeam
- Electrical Drafting
- Electrical Design
- Drawing Coordination
- BIM
- Redline Markups
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Independent Decision-Making
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling
- Overtime Compensation
- Group Insurance Plan
- RRSP With Employer Contributions
- Training And Professional Development
- Mentorship Program
- Well-Being And Mental Health Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Construction
- Art & Design
Keywords
- Electrical Drafting
- Electrical Design
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- BIM 360/ACC
- Navisworks
- Revizto
- Fieldwire
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Office
- Building Information Modelling
- Engineering Design And Drafting Technology
- Engineering Design Technology
- Redline Markups
- Site Surveys
- Drawing Coordination
- Consultant Coordination
- Drafting Standards
- BIM
- Electrical Drawings
- Project Coordination
- Quality Assurance
- Client Communication
- Technical Development
- Engineering Services