CAD Operator - Ld​/Sr

CAD Operator - Ld/Sr

Reports To:

Director, Balance of Plant Services.

Location:

Portland, OR. (In Office)

Base Salary Range: $95,000 – $99,600 (dependent on experience and location).

The CAD Operator will primarily manage the engineering drawings library database in SharePoint and support Arc Flash Hazard Studies, among various engineering functions related to substation and protection & control.

• Work with CAD systems to update substation, collection system, electrical controls and transmission electrical drawings for specified wind plants, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
• Manage records and documentation for modifications to specified drawings and enforce appropriate document control.
• Assist with arc flash model and study reviews and model updates.
• Apply electrical substation design knowledge and NEC & IEEE standards, methods, and practices.
• Work from red‑line drawings, sketches, scanned images, OEM drawings, or specifications.
• Participate in regional and project staff meetings as needed.
• Other duties as directed.

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in Computer Drafting, CAD, Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years electrical layout experience (power distribution, schematic & ladder diagrams, transmission and substation design).
• Demonstrable technical ability on CAD platforms.
• Experience with three‑phase, DC electrical systems, substations, and transmission systems.
• Ability to modify existing drawings to minimize new drafts and create new drawings when necessary in a timely fashion meeting internal quality standards.
• Interpret and prepare field sketches and red‑line drawings in 2D.
• Self‑check work for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with Operations personnel to ensure drawing accuracy and clarity.
• Contribute to design reviews and improve job efficiencies.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and SharePoint (additional).

• Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
• Experience with wind plant operations and turbines.
• Experience with Arc Flash Hazard Analysis and Easy Power/Arc Pro Software.
• Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) qualifications.
• Engineering technician experience.
• Qualified candidates living in or near the greater Portland area.

• Exceeds explicit job responsibilities and sets high performance goals.
• Works effectively where consensus among diverse work streams is required.
• Strong prioritization and multi‑tasking skills in a complex, rapidly changing environment.
• Analyzes project risks and proactively identifies solutions.
• Effectively provides and receives oral communication in individual and group settings.
• Clear, concise written expression.

• Competitive benefits and growth opportunities.
• Generous performance‑based bonuses.
• 12% 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development and clear career advancement pathways.

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