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CAD (computer-aided design) technologist

  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Education: Bachelor's degree
  • Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
  • or equivalent experience

Tasks

  • Prepare engineering designs and drawings
  • Read blueprints to determine work requirements
  • Train new drafting personnel
  • Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
  • Write technical reports
  • Write specifications
  • Estimate costs and materials
  • Complete documentation packages and drawing sets
  • Examine drawings for conformity and errors
  • Consult with client, engineers or production specialists to establish product requirements
  • Analyze dynamics and vibrations of mechanical systems and structures
  • Create two-dimensional (2-D) drawings with computer-aided design (CAD)
  • Create three-dimensional (3-D) models with computer-aided design (CAD)

Computer and technology knowledge

  • Internet
  • Desktop applications
  • Word processing software
  • Database software
  • Computer-aided design (CAD)
  • AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • MS Office
  • Spreadsheet

Transportation/travel information

  • Willing to travel
  • Travel expenses paid by employer
  • Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Tight deadlines
  • Attention to detail
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Organized
  • Team player

Screening questions

  • Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
  • Do you have experience working in this field?
  • Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
  • Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

  • Day
  • Overtime available

Workplace information

  • Hybrid

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

  • Bonus

Other benefits

  • Free parking available
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  • Team building opportunities
  • Parking available
  • Travel insurance