Join Mott MacDonald as a Junior Structural Drafter in Calgary on a full-time, hybrid basis (minimum 3 days in office). The expected salary ranges from $66,000 to $80,000 CAD per year. In this role, you will prepare 2D packages and detailed drawings for concrete and steel structures on oil and gas infrastructure projects.
Requirements
Minimum 2-5 years of experience in structural design, specifically in concrete and steel structure drawings.
Associate or higher degree in automated drawing, civil/structural engineering technology, or related field (or working towards it).
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Navisworks, and MS Office.
Preferred: Experience in the Oil and Gas or Power industry, and knowledge of AutoCAD 3D and CADWORX.
Asset: Experience working in construction.
Good oral and written communication skills in English.
Skills & Responsibilities
AutoCAD & Civil 3D: Prepare 2D packages and detailed General Arrangement drawings for concrete and steel structures like plant buildings, pipe racks, and platforms.
Navisworks: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and project engineering to ensure drawing accuracy and design requirements.
Technical drafting: Develop drawings with minimal supervision from sketches, determining appropriate scales and arrangements.
Project management: Realize project stages within timeframes and budgets while respecting policies and procedures.
Potential transition routes: People from civil technician or general drafting roles may bring technical drawing skills and software knowledge, alongside meeting the structural design requirements.
Job description
At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.
When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.
Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.
At Mott MacDonald, we are seeking a skilled professional to join our dynamic team in Calgary. As a Structural Designer, you will play a crucial role in extracting 2D drawings from 3D models and creating drawing, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring the quality and accuracy of our designs on a variety of oil & gas infrastructure projects.
As a Structural Designer, your roles and responsibilities are expected to include:
Prepare 2D packages from the design models
Developing General Arrangement and detailed drawings for concrete and steel structures, including plant buildings, pipe racks, platforms, and tank farms
Collaborate with other disciplines and the project engineering team for structural design requirements
Create drawings with minimal supervision
Develop technical drawings from sketches (determining appropriate scales, arrangement, and specific details of the drawings) from the concepts required by the engineering team
Respect and enforce policies and procedures in the preparation of drawings
Realize the different stages of the project in the timeframes and budgets
Perform other related duties that may contribute to the projects
Candidate specifications
The successful candidate will possess the skills and experience listed below:
Hold an associate or higher degree in automated drawing or civil/structural engineering technology or in a related field, or working to obtain their degree
Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in structural design, specifically in concrete and steel structure drawings. Oil and Gas or Power industry experience is preferred
Experience working in construction is an asset
Have good communication skills (oral and written) in English
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Navisworks, MS Office
Knowledge of AutoCAD 3D and CADWORX is preferable
Ability to work to meet cost objectives, quality, and deadlines
Time management skills and adaptation to change
Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits & Rewards
The expected salary range for this position is from $66,000 - $80,000
Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience, and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range.
In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success.
The comprehensive benefits and rewards package is designed to support your health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Eligible employees have access to health and dental coverage, wellness resources, retirement savings, insurance and disability protection, paid time off, family leave support, and professional development opportunities. Benefits are subject to eligibility, plan terms, and change.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Collaboration at Our Core
At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.
We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.
