CAD Technician (Structure)

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Currently our Mauritius office is looking for a passionate CAD Technician to be part of our Structure Team.

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Currently our Mauritius office is looking for a passionate CAD Technician to be part of our Structure Team.

An exciting opportunity is open to join the Structure team and play a key role in building the business by delivering a range of projects. We have an opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic CAD Technician with a passion for technical excellence to join our multi-disciplinary team. Our projects are local, regional and international and will allow you to work and succeed in a multi-cultural business environment.

Main purpose of position :

• Preparing of engineering drawings and modelling activities for the structural team, this includes all aspects of a project from scheme stage to the final details. 

• All documentation produced is to be checked for errors and omissions prior to issuing.           
•  Submit high quality work that is accurate and meets quality standards.                                    
• Supporting engineers and CAD Technicians in other teams across multiple projects as and when required.                                                                                                                             
• You will play a part in the ever-increasing digital transformation of our business, seeking new ways to increase our efficiency through automation and to offer new services to our clients through our integrated digital approach to design.                                                                         
• Revit and AutoCAD are mandatory tools for our organisation; thus, you will be expected to be conversant with those and ensure continuous development by using our self-learning tools on SharePoint and/or support from the team.

Key result areas and responsibilities:

• Preparation and Modelling of structural engineering drawings under limited supervision with full autonomy. This includes all aspects of a project from scheme stage to the final details. All documentation produced is to be checked for errors and omissions by yourself, prior to going through Arup’s internal review and checking process where appropriate.                                   
• You will ensure that the details and drawings conform to the requirements as specified by the project engineer and any variations noticed are to be reported to him.                                       
• You will be working part as a team to carry out hands to deliver drawings for a variety of projects, including appropriate use of technical analysis and design software packages.          
• You will ensure that the time schedules and deadlines for the production of documentation and drawings are met.                                                                                                                 
• You will keep accurate records of time spent on projects and administration functions through timesheets system.                                                                                                                      
• Co-ordinating work with CAD Technicians and Engineers of other disciplines as and when required.                                                                                                                                       
• You will be expected to learn and develop your CAD skills, to learn and design in the Revit environment and be fully conversant with BIM principles and fundamentals within a reasonable period of time to ensure that full use is made of the relevant software available.     
• You will be required to develop within a team, fostering good communication and sharing of ideas and knowledge with your team members.                                                                          
• Demonstrate continuous development in your career.                                                                
• Comply with Quality Assurance on projects, HSEQ (Arup Management System) and the Firm’s Policies & Procedures in place.                                                                                         
•  Awareness and observation of office procedures and standards, and legislative requirements governing workplace behaviour and standards (e.g. health and safety, sexual harassment, discriminating behaviour,

Personal Attributes:

• Recognized relevant qualifications in Drafting.

• Relevant industry experience in Drafting within a consulting business environment or in a related area.

• A strong working knowledge of 2D and BIM modelling software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D or other 3Dmodelling software). MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook) and PDF Software).

• Use of technology to improve the quality and efficiency of the work.

• Strong organizational skills by showing ownership in getting the work done in a timely manner, and accuracy in delivering tasks and contribute ideas to improve the outcome.           
• Attention to detail, looks for more efficient ways of working, and takes cost and time implications into account before acting.

• Very passionate in every aspect of the work undertaken, able to cope with tedious and repetitive jobs, supportive, self-motivated, friendly, and reliable team member.

• Be proactive, looks beyond immediate concerns and develop a growth mindset to improve the operation of the team.

• Ability to prioritize effectively and reach quickly to changing condition.

• Puts effort into establishing trust and rapport with others.

• Respects confidential information.