Senior CAD Technician – Substation

Senior CAD Technician – Substation Remote Position Posted: 9/28/2026 Job Description Job #: 473

Job Category:
Substation

Position Type:
Employee

Shift: 1

Senior CAD Technician – Substation
Location: Remote About the Role ExecuPOWER is seeking an experienced Senior CAD Technician – Substation Services to support the design and development of electric utility substation projects. This role is ideal for a highly skilled CAD professional with 7+ years of electrical substation drafting experience who is ready to take on greater technical responsibility, support project execution, and provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced CAD Technicians.

As a Senior CAD Technician, you will work closely with Substation Engineers, Designers, Project Managers, and CAD Technicians to produce accurate, high-quality electrical drawings and engineering deliverables. You will use AutoCAD and/or Bentley Micro Station to develop new drawing packages, modify existing designs, incorporate field information, and prepare as-built documentation. This is a hands-on technical role with opportunities to contribute to design development, troubleshoot drafting and design issues, support project schedules and budgets, and serve as a technical resource for the CAD team.

• Develop and maintain detailed electrical substation drawings using AutoCAD, Bentley Micro Station, or similar CAD platforms
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• Prepare new drawing packages, modify existing drawings, and develop accurate as-built documentation
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• Translate field notes and information into electronic drawing deliverables with guidance from Engineers and Designers.
• Interpret engineering and design requirements and apply appropriate drafting standards and procedures.
• Perform limited design-related functions under the direction and supervision of Engineers or Designers.
• Work with raster drawings and other electronic design documentation as required.
• Ensure drawings are accurate, complete, organized, and consistent with client and company standards.

• Support substation projects from initiation through completion, helping ensure drafting deliverables are completed accurately, on schedule, and within budget.
• Coordinate with Engineers, Designers, Project Managers, and other CAD Technicians to monitor schedules, priorities, project standards, and special requirements.
• Prioritize multiple assignments based on project deadlines and deliverable requirements, including IFC, As-Built, Manufacturer Order, TTP, IFR, and Internal Review packages.
• Perform assigned peer checks and quality reviews.
• Monitor assigned work and communicate potential schedule, resource, or technical issues to the appropriate project lead.
• Support other projects and teams when workload allows to maintain productivity and project continuity.

• Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support to less experienced CAD Technicians.
• Help CAD Technicians understand drafting standards, project requirements, and best practices.
• Serve as a technical resource for drafting questions and assigned project tasks.
• Train, coach, and mentor junior team members to improve technical skills, drawing quality, and efficiency.
• Share knowledge and practical experience across the Substation Services team.

• Perform quality reviews and peer checks to identify drafting errors, inconsistencies, and potential design issues.
• Recognize discrepancies and communicate concerns to Engineers, Designers, and Project Managers for timely resolution.
• Assist with identifying and resolving drafting and design implementation issues under appropriate engineering guidance.
• Maintain high standards for drawing accuracy,…