Drafting Technician I
About The Position
Power your future with Qualus as a Drafting Technician I on our underground Transmission Engineering Team. You will partner with engineering teams to support civil and structural design projects. You will assist in creating and modifying drawings using CAD software like AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation while adhering to established CAD standards. This role may be responsible for developing natural gas/electric/fiber/EV charging CAD designs at the direction of the Design Manager, developing design standards and templates, executing Qualus’ QA/QC program. This role will also be responsible for participating in the on-going growth and development of design practices, and data management. Join Qualus and take the first step toward a rewarding career in engineering. Apply today!
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Computer Aided Design/Drafting, Engineering Technology, or relevant CAD Certifications.
- 1-3 years of experience in electrical/utility drafting or related fields (entry-level candidates with strong technical training will be considered).
- Proficient in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or other CAD software such as MicroStation.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Efficient communication and teamwork abilities.
Responsibilities
- Create and modify Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drawings based on sketches or specifications provided by engineers.
- Prepare clean, complete, and accurate documents and working drawings from rough or detailed specifications prepared by the engineer.
- Conduct quality checks on final drawings and layouts.
- Assist with setting up and organizing project drawing files and schedules.
- Develop plan and detail drawings for single lines, three lines, sections and details.
- Maintain and update CAD document archives and ensure accurate file management.
- Support engineers with shop drawing reviews and project coordination tasks.
- Perform basic tasks like checking dimensions, inserting blocks, and creating material takeoffs.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- EAP
- Parental Leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
