CAD Draftsman

Role purpose

Drawing preparation

• Work from sketches and specifications supplied by Design or Project Engineers.
• Prepare shop drawings, general arrangements, single-line diagrams, layouts, sections, elevations, and fixing details.
• Prepare detailed fabrication drawings needed for site installation.
• Create usable drawings in 2D and 3D and apply mathematical and structural concepts to practical drawing problems.
• Prepare as-built drawings and incorporate new issued drawings and design changes.

Project coordination

• Assist Pre-Sales with quantity gathering and preliminary designs based on tender drawings.
• Maintain project drawing files, the drawing library, and associated records.
• Track drawing revisions and coordinate activities among contractors and consultants.
• Carry out site surveys with the project team when required.
• Keep the project team informed of drawing changes and updates.
• Work with the project team to address technical issues arising at site.

Teamwork and drawing management

• Work independently or as part of the draftsman team under the project team leader or AutoCAD engineer.
• Supervise AutoCAD operators involved in the same project.
• Keep company business information and prepared drawings confidential.

CAD and software tasks

• Manage CAD layers, external references, printing and CTB settings, E-Transmit, sheet sets, Xclip, isometric presentation, and scaling.
• Perform 3D modeling and rendering and convert CAD files to and from PDF.
• Edit images using Photoshop or similar software.
• Use MS Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Apply basic algebra and geometry.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering.
• AutoCAD program certification; the source also lists Adobe and 3D Max certifications without specifying whether they are additional or alternative requirements.
• 1–3 years of work experience, with exposure to civil-related projects.
• Good project management and people management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and very good command of English.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with technical terminology for the systems shown in drawings.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.

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