Mechanical and Structural Drafter

Overview

Prepare mechanical/structural shop drawings, isometrics, BOMs, and coordinate projects.

Key Responsibilities

• spool fab
• autocad
• tekla
• isometrics
• quantity takeoff
• document control

Tasks

-Maintain drawing standards, layer management, and revision control in compliance with ABSA and CWB requirements -Assist with quantity takeoffs and estimating as required -Prepare piping isometrics and shop drawings for ABSA-registered pressure piping and CWB-certified structural steel -Manage document control, including revision logs, ABSA registration documents, and weld procedure references -Support material takeoffs and nesting files to optimize plate and pipe usage -Collaborate closely with the construction and engineering teams on drafting requirements -Utilize Spool Fab to create mechanical drawing packages, including shop spool drawings, isometrics, BOMs, assembly drawings, and layouts -Track drawing progress, ensure timely transmittals, and coordinate drawing approvals with clients or engineering firms -Convert IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings into detailed fabrication drawings, including BOMs, weld maps, spool drawings, and assembly details -Translate field measurements into accurate technical drawings -Support shop floor queries, including RFIs, clarifications, and field markups -Interface with project managers, QA/QC, and fabrication foremen to align deliverables and prioritize schedules -Draft structural components using 2D AutoCAD and Tekla Ultimate -Understand and apply a variety of client specifications and standards

Requirements

• autocad
• google suite
• bluebeam
• mechanical engineering
• cwb
• 5 years

What You Bring

-Fab shop experience considered an asset -Knowledge of CWB welded joints and symbols -Welding process experience considered an asset -Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with team members is important -Minimum 5 years’ experience with 2D AutoCAD and Spool Fab -Must have reliable transportation to and from work in Fort Saskatchewan -Strong computer skills, including experience with Google Suite -Ability to configure AutoCAD to meet diverse client standards -Knowledge of NDE, line classifications and symbols -Qualified tradesperson in mechanical field with several years' experience, and previous estimating / drafting experience -Must be eligible to work in Canada -Proficient in using various measurement tools -Able to work both independently and as part of a team -Proficient in Google platforms, bluebeam and professional writing -Ability to update electrical redline drawings -Graduate of Mechanical Engineering program or Construction Technology program with related work experience OR

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Benefits

-LTD, AD&D, life insurance, and dependent life insurance coverage -Benefits package after 90 days including extended health, dental, vision, travel, and paramedicals (50/50 employer-employee split) -Cell phone allowance or company provided cell phone -Vacation and stat holiday pay totaling 10% of regular wages -A company provided laptop -Competitive salary – negotiable based on experience

About Ocl Group

-Grew into an employee-owned EPC powerhouse serving heavy‑industry clients across Western Canada. -Delivers turnkey projects from brownfield oil‑sands expansions to water‑treatment facilities and dykes. -Specializes in sectors spanning mining, petrochemicals, renewables like hydrogen and carbon sequestration, power, transportation and industrial/commercial builds. -Maintains fabrication shops and engineering offices across Alberta and BC to support regional delivery.

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