Shop Drawing Technician – Steel Structures – Remote
Location: Remote
Position Type: Full-Time
About Q Engineering
Q Engineering is a Canadian engineering and building design consulting firm specializing in residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure projects.
We provide integrated engineering and building design services, including structural engineering, mechanical/HVAC design, civil and grading design, building design, interior design, shop drawings, permit coordination, and construction support.
Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to deliver innovative, practical, and code-compliant solutions from concept through permit approval and construction support.
Position Overview
Q Engineering is seeking an experienced Shop Drawing Technician – Steel Structures to prepare accurate shop drawings, 3D models, fabrication drawings, and connection details for structural steel, heavy-gauge steel, and light-gauge steel projects.
This remote role requires close coordination with Q Engineering’s engineers, project coordinators, fabricators, and clients to deliver high-quality, fabrication-ready drawing packages.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in structural steel detailing, advanced Tekla Structures knowledge, strong AutoCAD skills, and a solid understanding of fabrication, erection, constructability, and Canadian standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed shop drawings and fabrication drawings for structural steel, heavy-gauge steel, and light-gauge steel systems.
- Develop and maintain accurate 3D models using Tekla Structures.
- Prepare general arrangement drawings, assembly drawings, erection drawings, and material lists / BOQ.
- Prepare connection details in accordance with the engineer’s design and applicable standards.
- Coordinate shop drawings with structural design drawings and resolve clashes.
- Review RFIs, markups, revisions, and fabrication comments.
- Maintain drawing revisions, naming conventions, and document control.
- Coordinate with engineers, project coordinators, fabricators, and clients.
- Ensure all drawings comply with project specifications, CSA standards, and company quality requirements.
- Meet agreed project schedules and productivity targets.
Skills & Qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of structural steel shop drawing experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience with Tekla Structures is mandatory.
- Advanced AutoCAD skills are mandatory.
- Strong experience with heavy-gauge steel and light-gauge steel detailing.
- Strong understanding of steel fabrication, erection, and constructability.
- Knowledge of CSA standards, Ontario Building Code, and CISC detailing practices.
- Experience with connection detailing and fabrication documentation.
- Experience with BIM coordination.
- Revit and Navisworks experience are considered assets.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Working Conditions
- Hours of Work: 40+ hours per week or as agreed in the engagement agreement.
- Work Environment: Fully remote position using Microsoft Teams and cloud-based collaboration tools.
- Special Requirements: Reliable high-speed internet, a professional home office setup, ability to maintain confidentiality, and availability during agreed working hours.
Professional Standards
The Shop Drawing Technician is expected to prepare accurate, coordinated, and fabrication-ready shop drawings that comply with project specifications, applicable Canadian standards, and Q Engineering quality requirements.
Individuals engaged in this role are expected to maintain confidentiality, communicate effectively, follow company document control standards, and deliver high-quality work within agreed schedules.
Performance will be evaluated based on drawing quality, model accuracy, coordination, productivity, revision control, communication, and meeting project deadlines.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Q Engineering is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive professional environment where all employees and team members have equal opportunities to contribute, grow, and succeed.
Why Join Q Engineering?
At Q Engineering, you will be part of a growing multidisciplinary team working on a wide range of structural steel, heavy-gauge steel, and light-gauge steel projects. You will collaborate with engineers, coordinators, fabricators, and clients to deliver practical, accurate, and fabrication-ready shop drawing packages.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented technician who enjoys technical coordination, 3D modelling, structural detailing, and high-quality project delivery.
How to Apply
Apply Now: Send your CV to career@qengineering.ca
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