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Kraken Robotics is currently seeking a Sr. Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Technician, Electrical to join our team in Dartmouth, NS.

As a Sr. Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Technician with Kraken Robotics, you will play a key role in the support, definition, and maintenance of Kraken's product portfolios. You will primarily be responsible to produce error-free technical drawings, 3D models, and design verification documentation. You will work within the established workflows of the drawing office, ensuring that all deliverables meet company and industry standards in a timely manner. In this role, you will also play a key role in our Engineering Change Process by executing changes based on approved scopes and that the metadata of inputs and drawings are properly maintained. Key roles and responsibilities include working directly with members of the Drawing Office Team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Mentor a team of Jr. Electrical Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Technicians and provide technical “how to” guidance to improve overall technical skill of the team.
• Ensure that drawings are produced to company-wide standards, industry-wide regulations, and applicable safety codes.
• Ensure that assigned scopes are delivered in a timely manner.
• Perform self-driven quality checks on all completed drawings to ensure accuracy with provided technical specifications.
• Participate in the review and approval process of all documents generated.
• Work within established departmental procedures and frameworks to ensure that no detail is missed during the drawing release pipeline.
• Assist in the modification of electrical systems using CAD software.
• Assist with the execution of engineering change requests and orders in accordance with Kraken’s engineering change procedures.
• Development and maintenance of 2D drawings with consideration toward fabrication processes, inspection processes.
• Upload outputs to ERP systems for approval and release to production.
• Manage product data and documentation using Product Data Management and SVN software ensuring accurate version control and revision history.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, ILS, Production, Supply Chain Management, Configuration Management, Documentation Management, Project Management and Business Development Support to advise them in the applicable use of drawing standards and documentation control procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Technology, Naval Architecture, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of general drafting experience.
• Experience using Zuken E3. Cable (or equivalent) for the creation of electrical schematics.
• Experience with SolidWorks PDM and/or SVN (or equivalent) for document approval, versioning, and file structure organization.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Great communication skills with the ability to collaborate with other team members.
• A keen eye for detail to catch technical errors.
• The ability to work in a process driven environment and a personal commitment to do the little things the right way to maximize deliverable quality.
• Prior experience in Marine, Robotics, or Microelectronics industries considered an asset but not required.