Drafter/Designer

Location:
Etobicoke, ON

Employment Type:
Contract preferred but also open to Permanent

Contract Duration:
6-12 months with a possibility of extension or conversion to permanent

Working Hours:
M-F 37.5 hours per week

Business:
Design and Engineering Services

Pay Rate:
$40-55/hour

Job Title:
Drafter/Designer

Overview

The Engineering Programs, Drafting & Modelling team within the Design Engineering Services Department is expanding to support a growing nuclear portfolio, including power generation projects across Canada and Europe. We are seeking highly motivated Drafting Designers to contribute to multidisciplinary nuclear projects and related industrial facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support or administer Building Information Modeling (BIM) platforms and processes
• Perform drafting, design, and 3D modeling across mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, and/or architectural disciplines
• Develop detailed design drawings and models for nuclear power plants and similar industrial facilities
• Collaborate closely with engineers and cross-functional teams on multidisciplinary projects
• Participate in field walkdowns and support data collection when required
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, technologies, and best practices
• Perform additional related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Diploma in Architectural, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, or Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent)

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant drafting/design experience
• Demonstrated experience working in BIM environments
• Experience supporting complex industrial or nuclear projects preferred

Technical Skills

Proficiency in one or more 2D/3D design software platforms, including but not limited to:

• Autodesk Suite:
  AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Electrical, Raster Design, Revit, Navisworks, Inventor, BIM Collaborate
• AVEVA:
  E3D Design (PDMS), AVEVA P&ID, AVEVA Enterprise, AVEVA Point Cloud Manager
• Other Tools:
  SolidWorks, Solid Edge, CATIA, MicroStation, Intergraph SmartPlant Review, Bentley ProStructures, SharePoint
• Experience using 3D laser scanning equipment and processing point cloud data for brownfield projects is considered an asset

Discipline-Specific Expertise (one or more of the following):

• Structural steel and reinforced concrete design, connection detailing, shop drawings, and fabrication detailing
• Piping isometrics, piping modeling, and pipe support design
• Process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and electrical/instrumentation wiring diagrams
• Mechanical component detailing and equipment design
• Electrical station design, single-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams

Additional Assets

• Knowledge of Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA) requirements
• Familiarity with applicable industry standards (CSA, ASME, ASTM, ACI, etc.)

Core Competencies

• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment
• Recognized technical expertise in one or more technology areas
• Proven ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with peers and stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency with relevant engineering software and computer applications