Drafter - L2

CAD 2 - Transmission Station CADD – Drafter

Location: Edmonds, British Columbia

Contract Length: 6 Months

Pay Rate: $31.50/hour, depending on experience

Raise is currently hiring a CAD 2 - Transmission Station CADD – Drafter on behalf of our client, one of the largest electrical energy suppliers in Canada. The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification where applicable.

The CAD 2 – Transmission Station Drafter will be responsible for creating and revising complex 2D and 3D engineering models and drawings. This role supports the lifecycle of high‑voltage transmission station projects, ensuring all technical documentation aligns with provincial utility standards and engineering specifications.

• Technical Design & Modeling
  • Develop and maintain detailed 2D and 3D CAD models specifically for Transmission Station disciplines, including Civil/Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, Protection & Control (P&C), and Telecom.
  • Produce specialized technical documentation such as isolation/operate drawings, crossing permits, right‑of‑way permits, and elevation profiles.
  • Calculate precise dimensions, elevations, slopes, base loads, and material quantities to ensure design accuracy and safety.
• Standards & Quality Assurance
  • Apply tools, guides, and standards to all drafting tasks.
  • Identify non‑standard situations where existing CADD standards may need adjustment and collaborate with senior team members to find solutions.
  • Perform rigorous quality checks on drawings to flag conflicting data or non‑standard designs for the Engineer or Designer of record.
• Project Support & Procurement
  • Analyze minimal engineering instructions to determine project‑specific requirements for drawing layouts.
  • Support the procurement process by creating detailed drawings for vendor tendering to illustrate required materials and equipment specifications.
  • Maintain and organize project files within a formal Drawing Management System to ensure data security and version control.
• Leadership & Collaboration
  • Participate in technical committees or working groups to develop new CADD standards, manuals, or block libraries.
  • Provide on‑the‑job orientation and technical guidance to CAD 1 team members.

• 4 years of progressive drafting experience, preferably within a utility, heavy industrial, or transmission environment.
• Proven experience in a CAD 1 capacity (or equivalent) is required.
• Expert‑level skills in industry‑standard software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Inventor) for both 2D and 3D applications.
• Ability to conduct independent research into equipment specifications and historical engineering standards.
• Strong mathematical skills for calculating complex slopes, scales, and clearances.
• Clear technical writing and illustration skills for tendering and cross‑departmental collaboration.
• Diploma in Drafting from a recognized technical institute or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• May involve occasional site visits to transmission stations to verify field conditions or perform basic survey tasks.
• Every contractor must supply their own Windows 11 Laptop computer for the duration of the assignment.
• Every contractor must supply their own “Smart Phone” to gain access to the organization’s network.

Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience, certified B Company, and donates 10% of its profits to charity. We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in and encourage all qualified applicants, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/non‑visible disabilities.

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