CAD Designer

The CAD Designer supports substation engineering projects by creating detailed drawings and design documents for new construction, upgrades, and modifications. This role works closely with engineers and project teams to ensure all drawings are accurate, consistent, and aligned with project and industry standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare 2D and 3D CAD drawings for substation layouts, equipment arrangements, structures, grounding, and conduit routing.
• Update and revise drawings based on engineering inputs, field notes, and markups.
• Support the development of design packages, including plans, sections, details, and bills of material.
• Maintain drawing quality and consistency in accordance with company standards and applicable codes.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other designers to resolve design issues.
• Manage document control for assigned projects, ensuring the latest versions of drawings and files are properly stored and distributed.
• Assist with field verification and as-built updates as needed.

Professional Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting/Design Technology or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar CAD platforms.
• Substation or utility drafting experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret engineering sketches and specifications.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

This is a full-time position with hours dictated by business needs. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education

Preferred

• Associates or better in Design and Technical Production

Skills

Preferred

• Clear communication
• Creates technical CAD drawings
• Engineering

Behaviors

Preferred

• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

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