Sr Draftsperson

Senior Draftsman

As a competitive, multi-disciplined company, our client provides custom steel fabrication to the marketplace while maintaining only the highest standards in product, service and safety. Dedicated to quality craftmanship in both design and fabrication, our professionally qualified personnel have the ability to produce a broad scope of customized metal products ranging from the heavy industrial needs of the mining industry to the refined requirements of the food industry. We offer a complete range of services to meet the custom fabrication demands of a multitude of industries.

Job Title: Steel Detailer (Custom Fabrication)
Location: Belleville, (Ontario, Canada)
Type: Full-Time Position Perm.
Language skills: English
Salary: Between (65,000 -72,000 annually as discussed by client.)

The Detailer supports projects by creating a 3D model, assembly drawings, erection diagrams & digital information from client specifications, layout drawings, design sketches, models, proto-types or from other verbal instructions. Using 3D modeling software, the Detailer provides assembly drawings & electronic files to the shop for fabrication and shipping, and erection diagrams and other information to Field Services for construction, all within tight and shifting deadlines.

REQUIREMENTS:

* A University Degree or Drafting/Engineering Technology diploma/certificate from a recognized technical institute, or suitable work experience.
* Minimum 3 years within the Custom Steel Fabrication Industry or relevant industry
* Experience in designing/drafting using automated software.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

* Experience in plate layout, miscellaneous steel, bins, hoppers and conveyor detailing
* Knowledge of AutoCAD and Advanced Steel or equivalent 3D modeling software systems.
* Knowledge in structural steel fabrication, connections, and erection practices
* Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts
* Ability to read structural and architectural drawings
* Knowledge of building codes and CISC standards for structural steel
* A team player, who can interrelate and operate effectively with peers and other associates within a cooperative, yet demanding, work environment
* Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in a complex environment with multiple priorities
* Excellent Computer Skills
* Strong written / verbal communication skills in the English language
* Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills. High attention to detail

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

* Review and interpret contracts, drawings and other documentation to determine information required for drafting
* Perform 3D modeling and detailing from sketches, site visit details, in-house designed packages and externally provided engineering packages
* Initiate and prepare RFI's (Request For Information) and follow-up as needed
* Develop shop and erection drawings for miscellaneous steel, bins, hoppers, conveyors and structural steel using Advanced Steel or Tekla 3D modeling
* Prepare detail drawings of bins, hoppers, conveyors, beams, columns, girts, joists, stairs, handrails, and connections
* Provide technical clarifications to shop personnel to support their work and prevent costly interruption due to lack of information
* Check and verify design drawings to conform to specifications, design data and building codes, and ensure any changes in scope are reported to Project Manager
* Comply with requirements of the design drawings and with CISC standards and CWB codes
* Perform site visits, attend meetings with engineers and technicians, and facilitate communication with clients

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