CAD Drafter

Job Description

Our client, a National Engineering Services Firm, is looking to add CAD Drafters to their growing team. The candidate will work on power distribution projects and be responsible for project design, QA/QC. Will work within a team of engineers, designers and/or technical specialists. Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers to deliver the most cost effective and highest quality infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work with Project Manager for reviews of engineering design packages including drawings, BOM and procedures.

• Performs basic to intermediate engineering designs and single line diagrams.

• Survey and document existing utility field conditions, documenting existing conditions via GPS and conventional survey methods.

• Contributes to and implements design modifications to improve quality of projects and process improvements.

• Communicate effectively internally and with external stakeholders. Work in a team-oriented environment.

• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to change.

Skills and Requirements

• Associates degree preferred, or equivalent related experience with the design High School Education and/or Trade School Education.
• Must be proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD. (This equates to at least 1+ year work experience with AutoCAD)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoor in all weather conditions, around energized equipment, in confined spaces, in heavy traffic and construction environment with proper PPE.
• Power distribution knowledge
• MicroStation experience
• Civil 3D experience
• Familiarity with electrical standards including National Electric Code (NEC) and National Electric Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
• Knowledge of Katapult or Ike equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of distribution equipment and hardware in order to identify components from visual inspections and properly document preferred.
• Experience reading and comprehending construction plans.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].