Structural designer Jobs in Hamilton, ON

Walters Group is a family-owned steel construction company that designs, fabricates, and constructs unique and complex commercial and industrial projects throughout North America. With over 70 years of experience, Walters ensures high quality results through our passion and commitment to every project. Our head office is located in Hamilton and we have multiple fabrication plants in Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Princeton. As Walters grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our passion, vision, and values.

At Walters, we build history, and we are incredibly proud of our projects, to name a few - Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, ON, the Burgoyne Bridge in St. Catharines, ON, The Bow in Calgary, AB, and the Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, MB.

We're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, including Canada's Best Managed and Great Place to Work Certified. We're committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities.

If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply.

About the Position

The Detailer supports projects by creating a 3D model, assembly drawings, erection diagrams & digital information from client specifications, layout drawings, design sketches, models, proto-types or from other verbal instructions. Using 3D modeling software (Tekla), the detailer provides assembly drawings & electronic files to the shop for fabrication and shipping, and erection diagrams and other information to Field Services for construction, all within tight and shifting deadlines.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Inputs structural steel (e.g. beams and columns) into the Tekla 3D modeling system as per the client layout drawings.
• Reviews and analyzes the clients' drawings and design sketches provided by the project engineer and applies the appropriate connection details (e.g. clip angle, end plate, shear tab) and other project-detailing requirements and inputs the information into the Tekla system (3D modeling).
• Attributes model according to contract requirements. UDA’s are shown on shop drawings, diagrams and transferred electronically to E2P and with model exports.
• Prepares clear, complete, and accurate detailed drawings of parts and assemblies, indicating dimensions, tolerances, fasteners, joining requirements (i.e. weld and/or bolt sizes), and including any information or instructions that will assist in the fabrication, detailing and erection of steel on the construction site.
• Provides exports, reports, visuals, and other data to Project Management & Production when required to support their work & planning.
• Submits models and/or drawings to the client and the Engineer on Record for review to ensure acceptance of detailed connection details, load and erection requirements. Makes the appropriate revisions and changed within the required deadline as required.
• Prepares clear, complete and accurate assembly and erection drawings indicating dimensions, tolerances, fastening and joining requirements (e.g. weld & bolt sizes) and includes other required information or instruction that will assist the shop in fabrication and on-site erection. Prepares erection drawings for Field Services locating the structural steel and field connection requirements. Issues drawings to the client and site superintendents, within specified deadlines.
• Prepares and issues all necessary drawings and required electronic files to Production for Shop Release reflecting the divisioning of jobs and the detailing required for each section and sync's E2P.
• Collaborates with other detailers assigned to the various divisions of the project to ensure the details are coordinated and that conflicts and errors are prevented in the fabrication and erection stages.
• Ensure contract documents are followed along with RFI responses, approval comments, etc., keep Team Leader informed of any changes.
• Attends regular detailer project meetings to ensure everyone understands the requirements of the project design, when required.

Work Location

• Hamilton, ON.

Position Requirements

• A University/College Degree or Drafting/Engineering Technology Diploma.
• Minimum 5 years of detailing within the Structural Steel Industry or relevant industry experience.
• Knowledge of the Tekla System or other equivalent 3D modeling software systems, such as SDS/2.
• Knowledge in structural steel fabrication, connections and erection practices.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts.
• Ability to read structural and architectural drawings.
• A team player, who can interrelate and operate effectively with peers and other associates within a collegial, yet demanding, work environment.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in a complex environment with multiple priorities.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Communication skills - both written and oral.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Compensation Package

• Negotiable wage based on experience.
• Vacation.
• Paid Sick and Bereavement leaves.
• Flexible extended health and dental care packages.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• RRSP Matching.
• Profit Sharing.
• Employee Family Scholarship Program.
• Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education)
• Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees, as well as team bonding activities.

Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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