Drafting Manager

On-site | Full time | Mid-level (3+ years) About Us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance.

Scope

We are seeking a detail-oriented and practical Drafting Manager to join our Engineering team. This role is focused on mechanical design for manufacturing, with an emphasis on custom fabricated components. The ideal candidate will have strong drafting skills, a solid understanding of fabrication methods, and a proactive approach to resolving legacy documentation and process challenges.

Your Tasks:

- Create and revise mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and Inventor for manufacturing and fabrication.

- Collaborate with solution engineers, shop floor staff, and external vendors to resolve design and production issues.

- Support process improvement initiatives, including cleanup of legacy documentation and workflows.

- Apply knowledge of tolerances and tolerance stack-up to ensure manufacturability and cost-efficiency.

- Investigate and resolve design-related issues through root cause analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to the development of standardized procedures.

- Participate in design reviews and provide input on fabrication feasibility and optimization.

Requirements:

- Minimum 5 years of mechanical design experience, preferably in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.

- Post Secondary Degree/Diploma in Engineering or related technical field.

- Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD

- 3D CAD experience is required, Autodesk Inventor is preferred.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), SAP or ERP systems is an asset.

- Experience with document management software (e.g., Vault, SharePoint) is an asset.

- Strong understanding of metalwork fabrication methods.

- Demonstrated attention to detail in drawings and documentation.

- Awareness of cost implications related to dimensioning and fabrication choices.

- Strong investigative and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work independently on assigned orders, with occasional collaboration on complex projects.

NOTE:

Part of the recruitment process will include on-site technical testing.

We offer:

- The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company

- You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies

- Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology

Our Commitment

Trench invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to fostering workplace diversity. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in an alternate format, need communication support, or need accommodation in applying for a posting and/or are selected for an interview, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Trench utilizes artificial intelligence in its job scanning and recruitment process to effectively find the candidate most suitable for each position.

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