CAD Drafter

Leidos • Chicago, IL

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Leidos is in search of a CAD Drafter to join our diverse and dynamic organization. As a core team member of our Substation Section, you will be interacting with an established group of engineers, designers and drafters, playing a valuable part in executing drafting of accurate drawing packages for utility power delivery projects, using AutoCAD. If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading! In this role, you can expect to grow: With opportunities for both technical and non-technical training By participating in our mentorship program Location: The ideal candidate will be within a commutable distance to Chicago, IL. This role will be a hybrid opportunity, with potential for remote work. Leidos is a trusted technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. In addition to providing engineering and project management services, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, and Top 10 Power Firms. PDSSUBSTATION PowerDelivery 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: December 11, 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 $35,100.00 - $63,450.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

Requirements

• HS diploma or drafting certificate and 4+ months of drafting and detailing experience with AutoCAD. Coursework and project work will be considered.
• Experience with drafting and detailing experience with AutoCAD. Coursework + project work will be considered.
• Proficiency with the manipulation of vector and raster drawing files in AutoCAD.
• Ability to create and/or modify drawings from engineer-provided markups with a high level of attention to details.
• Knowledgeable of file sharing, document management and collaboration tools such as ProjectWise, FTP, SharePoint, Fusion, Meridian, Autodesk Vault, Workfront etc.
• Strong professional verbal and written communication skills within a team environment.
• Highly organized, efficient, and detail oriented.
• Ability to perform tasks in a fast paced engineering/production environment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree
• Experience working with protection and control and substation physical drawings for electric utility transmission projects
• The ability to comprehend and implement a wide range of client CAD standards.
• Skilled with 3-D modelling in MicroStation, AutoCAD, and/or Inventor.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical
• Knowledge of VBA and/or AutoLisp.
• QA/QC of drawings produced by the drafting team
• Experience with creating process improvement policies, tools, and client specific CAD guides for drafting and engineering teams.
• Experience in Doc Control, Drawing Records Management, Preliminary and final IFC issuance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees