DAYSHIFT, REMOTE

Overview

Remote, day shift position for AutoCAD Drafter and Structural Designer. Work is focused on drafting and structural design for building and construction projects. Starting at 30 hours per week with potential to move to full-time. Rate: 9–10 AUD per hour (negotiable).

Hard Requirements

Must have: 6–7 years of experience as an AutoCAD Drafter and Structural Designer. Strong communication skills. Familiarity with AU clients is preferred but other countries are acceptable. Proficiency with steel framing, concrete design, and timber framing. Background in civil design such as stormwater and driveway design (not required to be highly experienced).

Tools and design experience: 2D AutoCAD (and Revit); ETABS/Saf for structural design.

Purpose

The position’s primary responsibility is to create detailed technical drawings for buildings using CAD software (AutoCAD). The draftsman will collaborate with architects and engineers to design and create 2D computer models from blueprints or from scratch.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum 6–7 years of experience as an AutoCAD Drafter and Structural Designer
• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills for load calculations and structural analysis
• Proficiency in CAD software for creating and modifying designs
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations
• Experience in project management (often required for senior roles)
• Experience working for an Australian business preferred but not required
• Familiar with steel and timber framing, and concrete design
• Background in civil design (stormwater, driveways) preferred but not mandatory

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare technical drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Load calculations and analysis to determine loads and stresses and ensure safe bearing
• Material selection based on structural requirements
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other engineers throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare reports, blueprints, technical drawings, and construction documents
• Ensure drawings are accurate and meet industry standards
• Maintain a library of standard drawing templates
• Update existing drawings as new information becomes available

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering, Administrative, and Project Management

Industries

• Outsourcing and Offshoring
• Building Construction

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