Senior CAD Administrator

The Senior CAD Administrator is responsible to support the end users of the CAD and integration tools from the initial design to project completion.

This will include the of the maintenance and implementation tasks as required. The CAD Administrator will also be responsible to monitor processes generate reports and provide training for implemented processes and CAD tools in use by the end users. The CAD administrator will also support the development or improvements to the CAD tools and processes in use to meet current and future needs of the business. This will include the development implementation and maintenance of the CAD tools CAD tools integration with other current and future systems development and implementation of processes related to the CAD environment CAD templates CAD standards CAD part catalogues libraries and system specifications.

Note: Due to business needs this position is required to be fully onsite based at Capilano Businessst Street West North Vancouver.

What youll do

• Support the CAD software implementation / integration with all VSY systems.
• Support for CAD database setup / management / administration.
• Maintain / update / tailor CAD library CAD parts catalogues system specifications CAD templates CAD standards.
• Support the CAD configuration control (model / MI) and data consistency with all VSY systems (e.g. ARAS / IFS)
• Develop generate or produce automatic extraction of CAD reports to support business needs.
• Provide CAD training and technical support to end users.
• Contribute to the development of strategies processes procedures and WI to improve efficiency and quality in the use of CAD tools with the end users.
• Develop implement and monitor customs tools / macros to enhance system functionality and improve overall performance.
• Identify opportunities and recommendations for increasing workflow efficiencies.
• Support Digital Twin development and requirements.
• Monitor performance of the CAD hardware and software systems in use by the end users across the business.
• Report resource and capability requirements to the Cad administration Manager.
• Identify training needs process improvements and development opportunities to ensure current and future team effectiveness.

What youll bring

• Associate degree in CAD Engineering a related field or equivalent.
• Experience working with a variety of computeraided design software as well as excellent technical analytical and organizational skills.
• 510 years in experience in Detailed Design in Shipbuilding or related field.
• 35 years 2D/3D CAD experience.
• Demonstrated effective communication across a variety of cultures.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to develop solutions to complex technical CAD problems.
• Good analytical skills to gather and analyze/synthesize data confirming its accuracy and adequacy as an integral part of the business.
• Strong technical writing skills including the ability to produce and present clear detailed written technical specifications procedures and reports.
• Technical knowledge and marine engineering skills crossdiscipline expertise with design detail planning production piping structure nesting and 3D models.
• Demonstrated knowledge of 3D CAD tools (Ship Constructor and/or Cadmatic) and AutoCAD software document control systems and SQL database management.
• Demonstrated knowledge with Navisworks OneDrive and SharePoint.
• Experience in MSSQL and CAD scripting languages LISP Diesel SQL VBA considered an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Exercise sound judgements and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions and corporate philosophy.
• Advanced PC and Network proficiency considered an asset ability to troubleshoot network licenses version control across all MSOffice products and LISP programming.

Why youll love working here

• This is a fulltime permanent position. With multiple operations and longterm projects Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidates experience.
• We also provide the bestinclass health and wellness benefits package for this position including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy speech therapy mental health coverage physiotherapy and more) dental care vision care life insurance medical leave coverage parental leave coverage childcare benefit partnership $500 personal spending account and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Access to Pemberton campus gym.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

The estimated salary for this position is $98300 $117900. In determining final salary Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidates skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Companys sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

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