Fabrication Shop Drafter/Project Coordinator

Who We AreOCL Group Inc. (OCL), is a Canadian company that is privately-held and employee-owned. We are a fully integrated general contractor with construction and design-build solutions across Western Canada. With the experience you can trust and the quality you can depend on, we have proudly served the industrial, heavy civil, oil and gas, and mining industries since 2009.The formation of OCL was a direct result of a few long-tenured industry professionals with entrepreneurial spirits, wanting to get back to their roots and build an organization where people matter. Formed in 2009, OCL started their first project and began building around a business model focused on "People" and "Doing the Job Right".More about OCL here: www.oclgroup.ca. What are you waiting for? Apply todayThe RoleWe are seeking an experienced Fabrication Shop Drafter and Project Coordinator to join our team full‑time, working 5 days a week, based out of our Fort Saskatchewan office. You will prepare comprehensive mechanical drawing packages including shop spool drawings, isometrics, BOMs, assembly drawings, and layouts, while translating field measurements into technical documentation. Collaboration with both construction and engineering teams is essential, as is adherence to client specifications and standards.This role assumes approximately 70% Shop Drafting and 30% Project Coordination responsibilities.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary – negotiable based on experienceBenefits package after 90 days including extended health, dental, vision, travel, and paramedicals (50/50 employer-employee split)LTD, AD&D, life insurance, and dependent life insurance coverageVacation and stat holiday pay totaling 10% of regular wagesCell phone allowance or company provided cell phoneA company provided laptopDuties/ResponsibilitiesDraft structural components including part drawings using 2D AutoCAD and Tekla UltimateUtilize Spool Fab or Spoolcad to create mechanical drawing packages, including shop spool drawings, isometrics, BOMs, assembly drawings, and layoutsTranslate field measurements into accurate technical drawingsPrepare piping isometrics and shop drawings for ABSA-registered pressure piping and CWB-certified structural steelConvert IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings into detailed fabrication drawings, including BOMs, weld maps, spool drawings, and assembly detailsMaintain drawing standards, layer management, and revision control in compliance with ABSA and CWB requirementsSupport shop floor queries, including RFIs, clarifications, and field markupsInterface with project managers, QA/QC, and fabrication foremen to align deliverables and prioritize schedulesTrack drawing progress, ensure timely transmittals, and coordinate drawing approvals with clients or engineering firmsManage document control, including revision logs, ABSA registration documents, and weld procedure referencesSupport material takeoffs and nesting files to optimize plate and pipe usageAssist with quantity takeoffs and estimating as requiredCollaborate closely with the construction and engineering teams on drafting requirementsUnderstand and apply a variety of client specifications and standardsSkills/Education/RequirementsMinimum 2-4 years’ experience with AutoCAD and/or Spool FabAbility to configure AutoCAD to meet diverse client standardsAbility to interpret isometric piping drawings, as well as P&IDsPrevious experience in a fabrication shop is an advantageProficient in using various measurement toolsProficient in Google platforms, bluebeam and professional writingAble to work both independently and as part of a teamGraduate of Engineering Design and Drafting or Mechanical Engineering/Technology program with related work experience ORJourneyman trade designation in mechanical field with several years’ experience, and previous estimating / drafting experienceStrong computer skills, including experience with Google SuiteAbility to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with team members is importantMust have reliable transportation to and from work in Fort SaskatchewanMust be eligible to work in CanadaAssets/Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of ASME B31, CSA Z662, and CSA W59 an assetKnowledge of CWB welded joints and symbolsKnowledge of NDE, line classifications and symbolsFab shop experience considered an assetWelding process experience considered an assetOCL Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr