Drafter/CAD Technician - Atlanta, GA

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position resides within the Geographic Solutions and Services organizations and is responsible for providing GIS/drafting services, map products, overlays, and data extraction in support of Distribution Centralized Engineering Services (CES) projects. These projects primarily support the relocation and redesign of Georgia Power facilities due to DOT project conflicts. This position requires advanced drafting skills (primarily MicroStation), along with the ability to create, edit, and extract GIS data. The Drafter (ArcGIS) CAD Technician will ensure projects are completed accurately and within required deadlines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience CAD drafting (ArcGIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation) and geospatial tools
• Working knowledge of Bentley’s MicroStation software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience as a CAD drafter or in a similar role, preferably in the energy or utility sector

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in the following software: AutoCAD MAP3D 2014 or above MicroStation V8i and MicroStation Connect (Microsoft Office products, etc.)
• Strong organizational and documentation skills, with attention to technical accuracy.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) systems is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and communication skills.
• Candidate must exhibit Southern Style behaviors
• Excited and willing to learn about innovative software
• Contributes to an overall positive teamwork environment
• Establish strong relationships across all levels, both within and outside the organization
• Recognizes and appreciates the significance of inclusion
• Demonstrates flexibility and a positive adaptation to change
• Displays professionalism in the work environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise engineering drawings and plans
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and field notes.
• Ability to read, interpret, and update engineering drawings
• Maintain organized documentation and drawing files.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to MicroStation.
• Post updates to the DistGIS database
• Work within a flexible, fast-changing team environment ensuring customer needs are met

Benefits

• competitive base salary
• annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
• incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree