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Johnson Controls

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Engineering
    Design
  • Brampton

AI generated summary

  • You must be skilled in AutoCAD (2018+), MS Office, and REVIT/BIM, with knowledge of fire alarm systems and low-voltage schematics. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential.
  • You will prepare CAD drawings for fire alarm systems, assist internal customers, verify design calculations, maintain project files, support project managers, and ensure compliance with standards.

Requirements

  • Skilled in the use of AutoCAD versions 2018 and higher.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office sites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Ability to work with direction, independently or as a member of a team.
  • Ability to organize and perform multiple assignments and responsibilities.
  • Must be able to meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Effective and professional communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with internal customers.
  • Knowledge of fire alarm and security system principles.
  • Basic knowledge of low-voltage electrical system schematics and diagrams.
  • Working knowledge of REVIT/BIM.

Responsibilities

  • Provide CAD Drafting support for the design department. Prepare technical drawings and documentation for fire alarm system installations.
  • Work with a designer to prepare CAD drawings based on project requirements. Drawings include floorplans, calculations, details, and other diagrams as needed.
  • Support internal customers by addressing questions and other support requests.
  • Interact with other team members to accomplish tasks, achieve common goals, solve problems, resolve conflicts, and measure achievements.
  • Use department processes and goals when planning self-directed work activities.
  • Complete administrative tasks.
  • Collaborates with the Project System Specialist and sales team to ensure timely, accurate, and profitable project turnaround.
  • Prepares moderately complex system design drawings, under minimal supervision, including floor plan layouts, interconnection drawings, and installation detail drawings.
  • Prepares panel configuration layouts, and riser diagrams, along with battery calculations and voltage drop calculations for assigned projects under the guidance of a project design specialist.
  • Prepares owner/operation manuals and records drawings using CAD software.
  • Checks accuracy of own work and ensures all time is properly coded to projects.
  • Ensures all work is reviewed for clarity, completeness, and conformity to standards/specifications by a Lead Support CAD Technician or a Project Systems Specialist.
  • Provides support to other CAD level I employees.
  • Maintains project drawing files, drawing library, and associated records and documentation per corporate policy.
  • Operates and maintains CAD equipment, plotters, and other drawing reproduction equipment and other responsibilities as required.
  • Organizes and plans own workload and additionally works with other design teams when required.
  • Facilitates reviews of initial designs of medium complexity to provide value-engineered/code-compliant solutions where required.
  • Completes detailed calculations to verify system design meets code and standard requirements.
  • Develop a bill of materials to facilitate construction.
  • Provides support to Project Managers when orders have been received to assist in maintaining and/or improving project margins.
  • Provides answers to questions from customers, contractors, and authorities, having jurisdiction, as they arise.
  • Supports field technical staff and subcontractors with technical support and design inquiries.
  • Monitors actual hours to ensure all time is properly coded to projects and are within originally estimated hours sold on the projects.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the CAD Drafter?

The primary responsibility of the CAD Drafter is to provide CAD drafting support for the design department by preparing technical drawings and documentation for fire alarm system installations.

What software is required for this position?

The position requires skilled use of AutoCAD versions 2018 and higher, as well as a working knowledge of MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Is knowledge of fire alarm systems necessary for this role?

While it is preferred, basic knowledge of fire alarm and security system principles is considered beneficial for this role.

Will the CAD Drafter work independently or as part of a team?

The CAD Drafter will have the ability to work with direction, independently, or as a member of a team, depending on the projects and tasks at hand.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within the company?

Yes, the company provides opportunities for career advancement as part of its commitment to employees' professional growth and development.

What types of calculations will the CAD Drafter be responsible for?

The CAD Drafter will complete detailed calculations to verify that system designs meet code and standard requirements, including battery calculations and voltage drop calculations for assigned projects.

How important is communication in this role?

Effective and professional communication skills are essential, as the CAD Drafter will need to communicate effectively with internal customers, project managers, and other team members.

What are the administrative responsibilities for this position?

The CAD Drafter will complete various administrative tasks, maintain project drawing files and documentation, and ensure all work is coded to projects correctly.

What does the work environment look like at JCI?

The work environment at JCI is positive and inclusive, promoting collaboration, innovation, and personal development while valuing employees’ ideas and contributions.

Is experience with REVIT/BIM necessary for applicants?

While experience with REVIT/BIM is preferred, it is not strictly necessary; candidates with a strong AutoCAD background may be considered as well.

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Johnson Controls

Government
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1885
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. With a history of more than 135 years of innovation, Johnson Controls delivers the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through its comprehensive digital offering OpenBlue. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology, software as well as service solutions with some of the most trusted names in the industry.