Structural Drafter, Junior

WhiteWater makes products, but we are a service business at our heart, which means we are a people business. In this way, we excel and create value for our clients by listening to their needs, collaborating to develop solutions, problem-solving and attending to the details. Our culture, as you would expect, reflects these traits. We are a diverse group of experts, from creative designers to talented engineers. Whatever expertise we bring from all over the world, we listen and learn from each other because we are aligned with a clearly understood purpose. Together, we create fun for families globally.

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Position: Structural Drafter, Junior

Shift: 40 hours | Full-time

Department: Structural Engineering

Location: Richmond, BC, Canada (relocating to Vancouver Downtown - mid 2027)

Reports to: Structural Engineering Manager

Purpose:

Structural Drafter supports structural engineers in all phases of product development initiatives or projects from conceptual/proposal stage to engineering design process to manufacturing/construction works.

Your Role:

• Utilize commercial & in-house software to facilitate design developments and the productions of deliverables.
• Interpret engineering designs & drawings from in-house staff, external consultants, fabricators, and contractors.
• Collaborate with structural engineers and fellow drafters to produce professional 2D structural drawings and 3D models.
• Execute BIM preparation and coordination in projects under the supervision of experienced drafters.
• Assist structural engineers to provide technical support to in-house departments, regional offices, external consultants, and vendors in projects and product development tasks.
• Provide technical support to the preparation of Bills of Material.
• Coordinate drawing set releases and administrate documentation for project deliverables.
• Perform drafting checks on engineering drawings and 3D models.
• Contribute to the development of departmental teamwork and efforts to improve efficiency, including continuous improvements to design and drafting processes
• Contribute to resolve Non-Compliance Reports (NCRs) or Opportunity for Improvements (OFIs).
• Follow & maintain best practices in Engineering, Customer Service, Quality, Lean Management, and Safety.
• Execute responsibilities according to lawful and ethical standards.
• Contribute to the development of departmental teamwork & efforts to improve efficiency and quality of work.
• Cultivate self-improvement habits and align personal development goals with departmental goals.
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be legally eligible to work in British Columbia, Canada.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Forma (e.g., AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit) and BIM operations
• Competency in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Competency in Solidworks is considered as a bonus asset.
• Detail-oriented & spatial thinker with analytical & creative problem-solving abilities.
• Strong sense of presentation and layout skills; able to independently create/develop comprehensive professional drawings from rough engineering information.
• Ability to interpretate drawings of different trades and formats accurately.
• Reasonable understanding of engineering principles, architectural standards, and construction trades; having structural engineering or architectural background is considered as an asset.
• Experience on, or exposure to, shop fabrication or site construction works can be a bonus asset.
• Experience in drafting & modelling; with post-secondary qualification related to Structural Engineering or Architecture is highly valued and will be considered a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in English for effective communication (written & oral); knowing other languages is a bonus asset.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proactive, innovative, and open-minded.
• Good communication skills help ensure accuracy and effective collaboration.
  
• Self-starter and energetic; eager to learn, flexible to adapt, and passionate to improve.
• Strong logical-&-critical thinking ability with prudence.
• Excellent time & stress management; able to meet tight deadlines in a fast paced, fun, and professional environment.
• Excellent organizational and priority-defining skills.
• Taking ownership of works, being able to take on tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Authenticity and respect for others; exceptional ability to listen, communicate, and collaborate.
• Ability to develop & maintain effective internal working relationships with all levels in WhiteWater.
• Hands on, roll up your sleeves, do whatever it takes to get the job done.

WHITEWATER COMPETENCIES

• Accountability – We do what we say
• Collaboration – We work well together
• Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers
• Communication – We listen to and understand each other
• Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other
• Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure, are persistent and optimistic
• Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstances.

WhiteWater is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the diversity of all employees and applicants and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

We thank all the candidates who take the time and energy to apply. Given the volume of applications, it makes responding personally to each applicant difficult, but please know we are grateful for your interest. We look forward to connecting with you through this search or future ones. All the best in your job search.