Associate Substation CAD Operator

GAI Consultants • Lisle, IL

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About The Position

GAI Consultants is seeking an Associate Substation CAD Operator to support Substation projects. This position requires working with engineering and other technical subject matter experts in all aspects of electrical substation and protections & controls design services. The successful candidate will perform CAD work of red-lined engineering markups for various substations and/or protection and control engineering projects as well as project support working under engineering supervision. Thrive in GAI’s corporate culture that empowers employee advancement with support for career and professional development and engages with staff to build mutual trust and respect and consideration for diverse perspectives, people, experiences, and ideas.

Requirements

• Minimum Years of Experience 0 Years of Experience
• Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School
• Basic 2-D line work and text edits.
• Plot and create PDF drawings.
• Perform red-line edits. Follows basic QA/QC procedures.
• Assist with general office function such as printing and folding drawings
• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope
• No Management responsibilities
• Possess basic oral and written communication skills.
• Interacts effectively with other staff.
• Learns to master and accurately follow instructions from others

Responsibilities

• Opening, revising, plotting, and saving of drawing CAD files.
• Assist in compiling, collating, assembling, and verifying completeness of drawing and project document packages.
• Knowledge of plot profiles and user profiles in CAD package.
• Assist CAD technicians and CAD operators in the development of their skills as required.
• Ability to learn multiple software platforms including, but not limited to, AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Attend project-specific meetings as required.
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and unexpected developments.
• Ability to work extended hours or after hours when required.
• Learning and helping to find ways to improve GAI Engineering CAD Standards.
• Effective communication with the project team
• Follows Project and Task Manager to assemble drawings

Benefits

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays 
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees