Sr Drafter Job Forest Park area,Georgia USA,Engineering

Position: Sr Drafter # 26-16926
Duration: 36 Months

Job Description:

This position is responsible for creating designs in AutoCAD 2D for the clients Transmission and Distribution electrical Substations and supporting client design criteria, standardization efforts, and FAC-008 compliance efforts.
The Drafter will produce engineering drawings using AutoCAD 2D and produce specifications and material requirements for substation projects with an emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and costs.
To further detail, the job responsibilities include the creation/modification of scaled 2D drawings designing the physical aspects of electrical substations, including but not limited to Foundation Layouts, Grounding Layouts, Conduit Layouts, Switchgear Assembly Layouts, Control Buildings, Electrical Bus Design, etc.
The Drafter will transmit drawing packages and supporting specifications using the Transmission Engineering job transmittal program.
The Drafter will coordinate and communicate with engineers and other departments associated with electrical Substation Design.
The Drafter must provide support to the OPCO’s Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management and Substation Maintenance departments.

Job Qualifications:
Experience:

Strong understanding of substation equipment is preferred.
Experience in Transmission &/or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred.
Good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.
Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred.
Strong understanding of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Standards, National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, and OSHA safe operating practices is preferred.
Ability to create Substation Physical Design drawings from a single line diagram is preferred.
Ability to create/manipulate 2D Substation Physical Design drawings.
AutoCAD training, experience, or certification is preferred.
Experience working with document management & estimating systems such as Transmission Estimating and Management System (TEAMS), STOMP, MAXIMO, SCST Vault, Autodesk Vault Professional 2023 is preferred.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.
Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.
Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to develop and build relationships at all levels.
Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.
Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.

Behavioral Attributes:

Model Our Values:
Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment. Conduct all activities with a focus on providing value to our customers.
Take personal responsibility for their projects and customer issues.
Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure a quality product and increased value is delivered to our customers.
Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude.
Commitment as a team member to building and maintaining an Inclusive work environment.
Must place strong emphasis on Operational Excellence (mistake free designs).
Must understand and practice Human Performance Concepts.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
-OR-
4-year Engineering Technology degree
-OR-
2-year technical degree with at least 5 years of related industry experience
-OR-
High school diploma with significant related industry experience of at least 8 years.

Work Schedule:

5-8hr days or the Flex-9 schedule.
This position may require some site visits for projects.

About US Tech Solutions:
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit .

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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