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Substation CAD Drafter

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77007, USA
Listing for: Leidos
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-07
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Engineering Design & Technologists, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40300 - 72850 USD Yearly USD 40300.00 72850.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
** Description*
* We're seeking Substation CAD Drafters (Levels 2, 3, and
4) to join our dynamic Houston office on a hybrid schedule. You'll collaborate with talented engineers, designers, and drafters in a fast-paced environment, using Micro Station and AutoCAD to create high-quality deliverables for major utility clients.

What You'll Do:

+ Work closely with our CAD Lead/Manager and substation design teams to complete drafting and detailing tasks.

+ Create and modify Protection & Control, SCADA, Communications, and Physical Electrical drawings-ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

+ Deliver top-quality work products, efficiently and on time, in a collaborative engineering/production setting.

+ Adhere to CAD standards and procedures, and help drive project success.

Levels Overview:

+  
** Level 2&3:
** Tackle routine to medium complexity drafting tasks with growing independence.

+  
** Level 4:
** Take on medium to high complexity assignments, working independently and demonstrating advanced expertise.

What You Bring:

+ Associate of Applied Science in Drafting and Design (or equivalent experience).

+ Level 2: 1-3+ years of industry drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or Micro Station.

+ Level 3: 3-5+ years of experience.

+ Level 4: 5+ years and comprehensive drafting knowledge.

+ Proficiency in AutoCAD, Micro Station, Windows OS, and Microsoft Office.

+

Experience with document management tools (Project Wise, FTP, SharePoint).

+ Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Bonus

Skills:

+ 3D modeling in Micro Station/AutoCAD.

+ Knowledge of VBA, AutoLISP, AutoCAD Electrical, or Bentley Substation.

Why Leidos?

+ Be part of a company that values your growth, well-being, and contributions.

+ Work on impactful projects that power communities.

+ Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive culture and flexible work arrangements.

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today and discover how rewarding your career can be at Leidos!

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

** Original Posting:*
* November 5, 2025

For U.S. Positions:
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

** Pay Range:*
* Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

** About Leidos*
* Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit   .

** Pay and Benefits*
* Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at   .

** Securing Your Data*
* Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the  automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via Whats App, Telegram, etc.

If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at   .

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** Commitment to Non-Discrimination*
* All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship,…
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