Senior Structural Drafter

Engineering for People, Place, Legacy.

Since 1958, TTW has been solving complex engineering problems for the people and places they serve. We're Australian owned, and we've grown by staying true to the quality work, honest relationships, and a genuine commitment to our clients and communities.

Our strength is our people. We support talented engineers to do their best work, and we invest in helping them grow. That's how we've earned our reputation for smart, sustainable engineering solutions across the sectors we know best.

Our Opportunity

Currently we are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior TEKLA Drafter with experience in reinforcement detailing, bar scheduling, and reinforced concrete documentation. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate 3D reinforcement models, reinforcement shop drawings, bar bending schedules, and associated documentation using Tekla Structures for a diverse range of large-scale construction projects. We are looking for candidates with experience working on complex reinforced concrete structures, including, multi-storey commercial towers, high-rise residential developments, hospitals and healthcare facilities, schools and educational institutions, data centres and other commercial and industrial buildings.

Additionally, in this role you will:

• Develop detailed 3D reinforcement models using Tekla Structures.
• Produce high-quality reinforcement shop drawings and placing drawings.
• Generate accurate reinforcement bar schedules, bar bending schedules, and material take-offs.
• Detail reinforcement for footings and pile caps, raft slabs, basement structures, transfer slabs, suspended slabs, columns, core walls, retaining walls, beams, precast elements, in-situ concrete structures
• Ensure all reinforcement detailing is practical, buildable, and compliant with project specifications.
• Review and interpret structural engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Liaise with structural engineers, architects, builders, reinforcement suppliers, and site personnel.
• Identify and resolve design conflicts, reinforcement congestion issues, and constructability challenges.
• Participate in project coordination and BIM meetings as required.
• Perform detailed checking and quality reviews of reinforcement models, drawings, and schedules.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate drafters, assisting with training and onboarding of new team members.

Who we are looking for

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Drafting, Building Design, Construction Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in reinforcement detailing and bar scheduling.
• Advanced proficiency in Tekla Structures for reinforcement modelling and detailing.
• Extensive experience delivering reinforcement detailing packages for large-scale reinforced concrete projects.
• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete construction methods and detailing principles.
• Thorough understanding of local standards and reinforcement detailing requirements.
• Ability to interpret complex structural and architectural documentation.
• Demonstrated experience producing reinforcement shop drawings, bar bending schedules, material take-offs, tonnage reports, construction issue documentation
• Demonstrated experience in Tekla Structures (Essential), REVIT (Desirable), Navisworks (Desirable), BIM collaboration platforms & Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join TTW?

Our people are what make TTW who we are. We focus on giving you an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally.

Here's what that looks like:

• A strong focus on work-life balance
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Career progression within a collaborative global team
• Exposure to diverse and challenging engineering projects

TTW is committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive, supports flexibility, and welcomes diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.