Engineering Drafter – Detailed Engineering

Electric Power Engineers • Toronto, ON

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are designing the grid of the future! Join our innovative team as an Engineering Drafter, where you will play a key role in producing and coordinating detailed engineering CAD deliverables for electrical infrastructure projects, including but not limited to generation plants and substations. This position is based in Panama and involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams and construction stakeholders to deliver accurate, code-compliant, and construction-ready engineering packages.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Drafting & Design, or a related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (or equivalent CAD platform).
• Familiarity with electrical generation systems and standard drawing types (SLDs, schematics, layouts).
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to utility-scale generation technologies: solar PV, BESS, wind, or conventional generation.
• Familiarity with utility and interconnection drawing requirements (e.g., POI packages, protection & metering one-lines).
• Experience with document management platforms (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, SharePoint).
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and IEC standards applicable to electrical generation facilities.
• Basic understanding of structural and civil concepts related to electrical design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review detailed engineering drawings and documentation for electrical generation facilities, including site plans, single-line diagrams (SLDs), three-line diagrams, electrical details, electrical notes, schematics, panel views, cable and conduit schedules, equipment layouts, and grounding plans using AutoCAD and/or CAD-based design platforms.
• Collaborate with lead engineers, project managers, and discipline leads to ensure drawing packages are technically accurate, internally consistent, and aligned with applicable standards (IEEE, NEC, IEC) and client specifications.
• Support engineering design from conceptual through IFC (Issued for Construction) phases, incorporating review comments, RFI responses, and field markups into drawing revisions.
• Interface with civil/structural, mechanical, and protection & controls disciplines to resolve design conflicts and ensure coordination across drawing sets.
• Maintain drawing registers, revision logs, and deliverable trackers in alignment with project schedules and document control protocols.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance: 100% premium coverage for employees, with partial coverage available for eligible dependents.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation solutions for the power industry.
• Collaborate with a team of experts in software engineering, renewable energy, and grid technologies.
• Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth and innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level