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The CAD Specialist II is responsible for supporting the Cad Admin team with CAD and integration tools from the initial design to project completion. This will include the simple and medium-sized tasks requiring limited supervision in the execution of the maintenance and implementation tasks as required. The CAD Specialist II will also be responsible for monitoring processes, generating reports, and providing training for implemented processes and CAD tools in use by the end users.

The CAD Specialist II will support the development and implementation of improvements to the CAD tools and processes in use to meet current and future needs of the business.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 08 - 949 W 3rd Street West, North Vancouver

What you'll do:

• Support the CAD software implementation / integration with all VSY systems. 
• As directed by the Senior or Principal Cad Administrator, the CAD Specialist II will support the development of CAD parts catalogues, system specifications, CAD templates, CAD standards.
• Support CAD configuration control (model / MI), and data consistency with all VSY systems (e.g. ARAS / IFS, ...etc.).
• Run CAD reports to support business needs.
• Provide suggestions on how to improve efficiency and quality in the use of CAD tools with the CAD Admin Team and provide some limited support to the end users.
• Monitor customs tools / macros to enhance system functionality and improve overall performance.
• Find opportunities and recommendations for growing workflow efficiencies.
• Report to the Senior or Principal CAD administrators on assigned tasks and progress.
• Identify training needs, process improvements and development opportunities to ensure current and future team efficiency
   

What you'll bring

• Diploma in CAD, engineering, a related field, or equivalent.
• Experience working with a variety of computer-aided design software, as well as very good technical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Experience in Detailed Design in Shipbuilding or related field is highly preferred.
• 2 -4 years 2D/3D CAD experience
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• 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 - cross-discipline expertise with design, detail planning, production, piping, structure, nesting and 3D models.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD tools, AutoCAD software, and document control systems.
• Knowledge with Navisworks, OneDrive and SharePoint.
• Experience in CAD scripting languages considered an asset.
• Exercise good judgments and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• PC and Network proficiency required - ability to troubleshoot network, licenses, version control across CAD tool set in use by end users
   

Why you'll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term 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 with a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate's experience.  
• We also provide the best-in-class 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). 
• This is a full-time permanent position because we have long term projects that need long term strategic support. 
• 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 $78,300 - $95,700. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate's skills and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company's sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

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