Drafting Technologist

Job post: Drafting technologist

Pay: CAD $97,000.00 per year

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Job description:

Trident Naval Systems of Canada Inc, is one of the world's leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company that covers the entire spectrum of maritime infrastructure needs. Our focus is on delivering the best-engineered solutions in marine interiors, distributed ship systems, electromechanical solutions, insulation, and automation and control. We are currently recruiting a Drafting technologist to join our dedicated outfitting team at our Vancouver, BC location.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop engineering designs and technical drawings using initial concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other reference materials.
• Build Building Information Models with specialized software to produce digital representations of structural and functional elements of buildings and other engineering projects.
• Use computer-assisted design (CAD) tools and drafting workstations.
• Use Navisworks tools
• Produce design sketches and layout concepts.
• Prepare full documentation packages and complete sets of drawings.
• Review and validate drawings to ensure they meet specifications and design requirements.
• Write technical documentation and reports.
• Produce construction specifications, cost estimates, and material quantities.
• Oversee and train junior technologists, technicians, and drafting staff.

Qualifications
Knowledge relating to the design of Insulation Systems, Joiner Bulkhead Systems, Sheathing, Ceiling Systems, Deck Covering Systems, Doors, Furniture, Galley Equipment, Gratings and Battens, and to a lesser extent, related plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and piping
Ability to apply safety standards and adhere to industry regulations, including T9640-AC-DSP-010_HAB Habitability Design Criteria and Practices Manual, OPNAV INST 9640.1C Shipboard Habitability Program, various MIL-STD's and MIL-PRF's, IMO/ FTP Code, SOLAS, and MIL-S-901 Shock Classification
Associate degree or technical school in mechanical drafting field. Commiserate experience may be considered
Five years' experience in Shipbuilding is required
Extensive knowledge of the Naval Architecture designated engineering field
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Ability to apply safety standards and adhere to industry regulations

Job Type: Full-time. 40 hours per week

Benefits:

• Extended health and dental benefits
• Matching RRSP plan
• Educational reimbursement / tuition assistance
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Life and disability insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Professional development and training opportunities

Work Location:

In person. 930 West 1st Street Suite 223, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3N4 Canada