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CAD designer

@ Akustus

Vancouver, British Columbia

$53k–$60k/yrOn-siteFull-time1+ years experience
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Overview

Akustus is hiring a CAD designer for its on-site team to prepare accurate shop drawings, visuals and 3D models for interior spaces and acoustic products. The role needs drafting experience, design software proficiency and a college diploma, with at least one year in graphic or architectural design. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Pay:

$53,000–$60,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Adapt illustrations and develop shop drawings for client approval
  • Create 2D and 3D CAD designs and models
  • Read blueprints, schemas and technical drawings
  • Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
  • Meet deadlines with high attention to detail

Requirements summary:

  • College degree or CEGEP diploma
  • Minimum 1 year in graphic or architectural design
  • Proficiency in SketchUp, Illustrator, Layout and AutoCAD
  • Excellent written and verbal English
  • Experience with acoustic product visualization is an asset

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentDesign & creative
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationCollege diploma (required)

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Job description

Overview

Akustus is seeking a talented CAD Designer or a related field to join our on-site team. The ideal candidate has experience in drafting, is proficient in design software, and can create accurate, high-quality visual representations for interior spaces and acoustic products. This role requires the ability to prepare accurate shop drawings using the required design software.

Minimum Requirements:

  • College degree/CEGEP diploma

  • minimum 1 year experience in graphic or architectural design

  • Proficient in English (written and verbal)

Required Skills & Software:

  • Software: SketchUp, Illustrator, Layout, Microsoft Excel, Autodesk 3ds Max, AutoCAD, InDesign, Photoshop

  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings

  • Highly organized and detail oriented

  • Familiarity with design workflows

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to distinguish colors

  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English

  • Creativity, initiative, and client-focused approach

  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

  • Team player with efficient interpersonal skills

  • Able to perform simple math calculations confidently

Responsibilities:

  • Adapt existing illustrations and develop accurate and detailed shop drawings using sketchup, adobe illustrator and layout for client approval

  • Develop realistic sketches, final illustrations, and 2D/3D computer-generated designs

  • Coordinate production for print, audio-visual, or electronic materials

  • Create 3D models using CAD software

  • Read blueprints, schemas, and technical drawings

  • Prepare sketches, layouts, and graphic elements

  • Use photo/illustration libraries and typography guides

  • Ensure adherence to deadlines and maintain high attention to detail

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with acoustic product visualization

Only apply to this job if:

  • You are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter and portfolio demonstrating relevant interior/architectural work to [email protected]

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