Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Drafter 2 - Energy & Industrial Group
About The Position
This entry-level position offers the opportunity to apply and develop electrical drafting skills while working with a multidisciplinary team of designers and engineers to prepare design drawings based on design input. The role uses computer-aided drafting skills and includes hands-on training in 3D design software environments such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation, as well as training in Sargent & Lundy’s proprietary design databases. The position involves creating scaled master sketches that show how proposed installations relate to existing facilities, including specifications and dimensions. The drafter may accompany experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather project information and may explain drawings to vendors and construction contractors so that appropriate design adjustments can be made. The role is hybrid, with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree emphasizing electrical drafting, or a high school diploma plus at least one year of drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.
- Basic knowledge of standard computer drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
- Ability to visualize parts in 3D without computer assistance.
- Ability to multitask across projects.
- The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree in Computer Aided Design.
- Experience using AutoCAD and MicroStation software.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including relating equipment to a technical design.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.
Responsibilities
- Prepare design drawings based on design input as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Create scaled master sketches showing proposed installations in relation to existing facilities, including specifications and dimensions.
- Apply computer-aided drafting skills and develop skills in 3D design software and proprietary design databases.
- Assist experienced designers on client-facility walkdowns to gather information for design projects, as needed.
- Explain drawings to vendors and construction contractors to support appropriate design adjustments, as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Back-up daycare.
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
- 401(k).
- Pre-tax commuter account.
- Merit Scholarship Program.
- Employee Discount Program.
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program.
- Tuition Assistance.
- First Professional Licensure Bonus.
- Employee Referral Bonus.
- Paid annual personal/sick time (PST).
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Eligible employees may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
