Jr. structural designer [ist cambridge, on]

Duties and Responsibilities

• Use knowledge of steel structures, pipe racks, pipe supports, platforms, stairways, concrete slabs, foundation details, rebar, and piling details to layout and design all types of civil and structural drawings used in oil and gas process equipment and petrochemical plant facilities
• Design and draft civil/structural drawings including module skid bases, pipe racks, pipe supports, platforms, rigid frame buildings, large structures, and other structural supports
• Complete aspects of civil/structural design and drafting in compliance with project scopes, client specifications, standards, and applicable codes and regulations
• Ensure drawings are dimensionally clear, complete, and correct
• Manage design information and assemble checking packages
• Calculate civil/structural components and pre-order materials
• Organize design packages
• Gain full understanding of project scopes and schedules
• Obtain and manage design specifics from Engineering and other disciplines
• Collaborate with Civil/Structural Checkers, Fabrication Shop, Field Construction Management personnel, and Project and Mechanical Engineering
• Assist with design efforts from Propak’s foreign drafting office
• Produce 3D models
• Create layout drawings and detailing of structural modules
• Produce civil/structural isometrics
• Produce fabrication drawings
• Assist design leads and provide back-up in their absence
• Attend meetings and model reviews to discuss design aspects
• Works with and answers questions from Fabrication Shop

Prerequisites

Education

• Diploma in Engineering Design Drafting Technology (EDDT) or equivalent combination of training and experience in Civil/Structural design

Experience

• Entry level position - no previous work experience is required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2010 and higher

Other

• Fabrication shop designing experience is an asset
• Understanding of design and drafting practices for structural components
• Knowledge of 3D CadWorx, 2D ACad, AutoDesk, Inventor, and Navisworks is an asset
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel
• As a condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a Drug-Free Workplace Agreement, a Conflict of Interest Agreement, and Confidentiality and Invention Agreement

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent visualization skills
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and meeting deadlines
• Highly motivated to excel in a competitive environment
• Willingness to learn new skills, systems and procedures on demand
• Strong technical English communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong command of the English language
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills
• Ability to meet objectives while working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and strict deadlines
• Adaptable to changing demands
• Ability to take independent action to accomplish objectives
• Excellent reading, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to interpret and utilize complex information, computer-based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications
• Involves walking on uneven ground in yards and at project sites
• Detail-oriented

Work Environment

Specific Work Conditions

• Performs work in an office setting and requires the need to deal with a diversity of people when responding to interdepartmental inquiries
• Copes with frequent interruption and changing priorities
• Attends meetings at other buildings

Physical Requirements

• Requires ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods using a computer, reading manuals, etc…
• Occasional ability to lift, carry, and put away file boxes weighing up to 25 lbs
• Manual dexterity for data input, paperwork and use of standard office equipment
• Wears company-standard PPE when entering fabrication shops or visiting project sites. Project site PPE includes CSA approved steel toed boots and long pants

Performance Measures

Time Management

• Undertakes effective daily planning to assure tasks are completed on time
• Maintains a professional attitude under time constraints and changing priorities

Accuracy

• Approaches work methodically and with precision
• The outcome of work is complete and error free
• Identifies proper standards and codes
• Consistently monitors the accuracy of work performed by self and others
• Contacts appropriate departments and personnel to resolve discrepancies
• Monitors and evaluates work processes and develops new work procedures as necessary
• Presented reports within the scope of the position that are error free and professional

Communication Skills

• Understands and follows written and oral directions
• Communicates effectively and diplomatically with diverse individuals
• Communicates complex information and ideas and provide clear explanations to internal and external clients
• Ensures the flow of information in all necessary directions at the right time
• Reads, interprets, and utilizes complex materials, computer based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications
• Maintains a positive working relationship with other staff

Quantity and Quality of Work

• Consistently produces error free work within appropriate timeframe
• Effectively deals with changing priorities in order to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a professional manner
• Keeps abreast of new technology, systems, processes, and regulations
• Creates innovative solutions to problems through research, testing, and analysis

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this document are not meant to be an exhaustive list but rather an overview of the job. The employee is responsible for completing all duties necessary to help fulfill departmental goals.