Drafter

Job Title: Drafter

Location: Ontario, Canada

Reports to: Senior Project Manager, Design Team

Primary Purpose:

Under general direction prepare technical customer drawings, field erection drawings and bills of material utilizing computer-aided-drafting (CAD) equipment and software.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare complex detail drawings for the field assembly of prefabricated modular steel bridge and related products.
• Implement customer specifications, engineering instructions, standard engineering drafting procedures and/or references to similar completed projects.
• Utilize knowledge of construction and engineering practices, mathematics, building materials and physical sciences to complete drawings.
• Drawings are dimensioned in either US Customary, Metric, or a combination of both units of measure.
• Prepare bills of material 
• Implement drawing modifications as necessary to complete a portion of a project or for entire project assignment.
• Self-Check work product for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare Sales support documentation and materials.
• Understand and adhere to all Acrow’s policies and applicable laws
• Occasional travel within Canada and internationally may be required.
• Perform other duties as required

Skills and Knowledge:

• Demonstrated knowledge with AutoCAD LT or Mechanical computer-aided-drafting (CAD) ver. 2018 or higher software to prepare technical drawings in two-dimensional and three-dimensional views.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical data and job specifications and structural and civil drawings supplied by customers
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods and practices
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as spreadsheets, loading charts, product user manuals, and third-party supplier documentations.
• Understanding of standard drafting terminology, abbreviations, symbols, dimensioning techniques, and standard drafting procedures.
• Ability to develop drafting solutions and support design improvements for fabrication processes.
• Ability to adapt to changing business or technical environments
• Bilingualism in English and French is required to effectively communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders across Canada.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Certification in Drafting and 4-6 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, skills and experience

Working Conditions:

• Work is typically performed in an office environment which requires proper safety precautions. Work requires some physical effort in the handling of materials, boxes, or equipment.

The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.

Acrow welcomes persons with disabilities and is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request.