Computer Aided Design Technician

ON Pliteq
Head Office
4211 Yonge Street
Suite 404
Toronto, ON M2P2A9, CAN

Responsibilities

- Assist the Business Development team with assessing architectural plans and developing detailed takeoffs based on the section details and floor plans using CAD software

- Create thorough product section details to ease the Business Development team’s conversations with architects, interior designers and acoustical consultants

- Manage and maintain the section detail database by reviewing any new requests and inputting new data as well improving any future functionality as required

- Evaluate various product buildups and provide transition recommendations based on adjacent flooring elevations, depressions in the structural slab, accessibility requirements and functional use of the space

- Continuously make improvements to the coding in the takeoff generator (an automated system used to assist in the creation of detailed takeoffs for the business development engineers)

- Develop, validate, and optimize FEA models for floating floor systems, including static and dynamic structural analysis. Evaluate various loadings from fitness and mechanical equipment to provide technical assessment and product recommendations

- Work alongside the document control/marketing/product teams to update drawings and renderings for technical documents such as product specification guides, installation guides, maintenance manuals, one pagers, SIPAs, brochures and other marketing/product development documents

- Maintain the GenieMat WSI database by working with the business development team to ensure proper and accurate dimensions in the field are gathered/submitted and used to cross reference the database and create new details/cutting files as required

- Be a role model for the team in actions, communication, and results

- All other special projects as assigned

What We Are Looking For:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field

- Minimum 1 year experience of 2D drafting using AutoCAD is required

- Minimum 1 year experience of 3D modeling using SOLIDWORKS is required

- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings

- Previous work experience using commercially available FEA software is considered an asset

- 1-2 years experience in an engineering role considered an asset

- Industrial design experience considered an asset

- Product design experience considered an asset

- Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Apple OS X/macOS

- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace programs

- A background with practical skills developed through jobs, school teams or personal interest are highly valued

Skills Needed To Succeed:

- Adept at problem-solving, including being able to identify issues for resolution

- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of building-related systems and services

- Strong interpersonal skills

- Strong desire to grow within the company and expand knowledge

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to effectively read and interpret information, present numerical data in a resourceful manner, and skillfully gather and analyze information

- Ability to prioritize and plan work assignments to use time efficiently

- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, growing work environment

- The individual should demonstrate a high level of energy, self motivation and strong organizational skills

- Must demonstrate the ability to take direction and perform work independently

If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to tol-tighe@pliteq.com. While we appreciate your interest in this career opportunity at Pliteq, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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