drafting technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

• Drafting/design engineering technologies/technicians, other

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Oil and gas industry

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare engineering designs and drawings

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements

• Develop and prepare design sketches

• Write technical reports

• Write specifications

• Complete documentation packages and drawing sets

• Examine drawings for conformity and errors

• Operate CADD and other computer software systems

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Computer-aided design (CAD)

• AutoCAD

• SolidWorks software

Area of specialization

• Civil engineering

• Structural engineering

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment

• Work under pressure

• Tight deadlines

• Attention to detail

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication

• Excellent written communication

• Organized

• Team player