We are currently seeking a Drafting Technician to join our design team in Ottawa, ON! Reporting to the department manager, you will apply your engineering knowledge to a wide range of projects through computer-aided design (CAD) and drawings.

Established in 2004, ART Engineering Inc. [AEI] is a multi-disciplinary structural engineering consulting firm established in Ottawa, Ontario - with branch offices also located in Kingston and Milton, Ontario. AEI provides a wide variety of engineering services to its clients Canada wide, ranging from residential and commercial applications, to industrial and heavy civil construction projects. We are a dynamic group of young, energetic engineers in a fast-paced and constantly growing company.

Responsibilities / Duties:

• Draft structural drawings, engineering designs and related technical information;
• Use computer aided design systems (CAD) to create drawings for building construction;
• Research and obtain standards and codes required by client to develop plans;
• Take direction from engineers and senior management to research drawings, catalogs and sketches to develop detailed dimensioned AutoCAD drawings;
• Filling design drawings according to codes and specifications for the design;
• Work directly in support of junior and senior engineers to cultivate specific designs required.

Skills / Attributes:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university (or equivalent experience);
• Must be very precise, creative and detail-oriented;
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant local standards and codes is an asset (OBC, NBCC, MTO Manuals, etc.);
• High or expert level of proficiency in AutoCAD;
• High level of proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel);
• Excellent time management, organizational, communication skills;
• Valid ‘G’ driver’s license and access to personal vehicle for travel to project sites;

Benefits of working at AEI:

• Competitive base salary dependent on specific level of experience
• Paid vacation
• Health benefits
• Performance based bonuses
• Flexible working location (hybrid) and hours (following probationary period)
• RRSP matching program
• Regular company social events and networking opportunities
• Career growth planning
• Opportunities to work on diverse project types and scopes
• Small-mid size company allowing for more direct collaboration with all levels of staff and varying responsibilities