Cad Drafter

Job Title:

CAD Drafter

Job Description

The CAD Drafter creates detailed technical drawings and schematics to support construction and engineering projects within Electric Delivery. This role collaborates closely with engineering, construction, and project management teams to ensure designs meet specifications, maintains organized project documentation, and contributes to the planning, design, and execution of major capital projects, including transmission, substation, and distribution initiatives.

Responsibilities

+ Create accurate and detailed technical drawings and schematics for construction and engineering projects using AutoCAD and related tools.

+ Collaborate with engineers and project managers to translate design concepts and specifications into precise CAD drawings.

+ Update and revise drawings as project requirements evolve, ensuring all changes are properly documented and version-controlled.

+ Support the Engineering, Construction, and Project Management (ECPM) team within Electric Delivery with all drafting needs.

+ Contribute to the planning, design, and execution of major capital projects in transmission, substation, and distribution.

+ Oversee and apply drafting standards to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with internal guidelines.

+ Assist with contractor-led drafting activities, providing guidance and support to ensure alignment with project standards.

+ Perform quality assurance reviews on drawings to verify accuracy, completeness, and adherence to engineering and architectural principles.

+ Handle ad hoc drafting requests from various stakeholders and departments in a timely and organized manner.

+ Manage project documentation, including drawings and related records, and integrate them into established document management systems.

+ Coordinate drafting and documentation activities between departments to ensure smooth information flow and project alignment.

+ Maintain organized project files and documentation to support efficient retrieval, review, and audit of project records.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in AutoCAD software and related CAD tools, with 23 years of hands-on AutoCAD drafting experience.

+ Strong practical experience in design and drafting for construction or engineering projects.

+ Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and civil drafting concepts and practices.

+ Solid understanding of engineering and architectural principles as they relate to technical drawings and schematics.

+ Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate, high-quality drafting and documentation.

+ Effective communication skills for collaborating with engineers, project managers, and other team members.

+ Ability to manage and organize project documentation, including drawings and related records.

+ Capability to perform quality assurance checks on drawings and ensure compliance with drafting standards.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Degree or diploma in drafting, architecture, or civil engineering.

+ Certifications in CAD are a plus and demonstrate advanced proficiency with drafting technologies.

+ Experience supporting engineering, construction, and project management teams on capital projects.

+ Familiarity with transmission, substation, and distribution projects within an electric delivery environment.

+ Experience overseeing drafting standards and working with contractor-led drafting teams.

+ Ability to coordinate drafting activities across multiple departments and stakeholders.

Work Environment

The CAD Drafter works in a professional engineering and project delivery environment that focuses on major capital projects in electric transmission, substations, and distribution. The role is primarily office-based, using AutoCAD and related CAD technologies on standard computer…