Senior Design Drafter � Substation/Utility (MicroStation)

PTS Advance • Walnut Creek, CA

6d • $45

About The Position

PTS Advance has and immediate need for an experienced design drafter with MicroStation and experience in electrical and controls, PG&E background preferred. We are seeking a highly motivated and detailed-oriented Senior Design Drafter to support electric utility infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years of CAD drafting experience, with a strong emphasis on Bentley MicroStation, and direct experience working with PG&E standards and processes. The candidate will translate engineer redlines into detailed 2D/3D drawings for substation facilities, transmission lines, and gas facilities, ensuring compliance with both technical standards and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–5 years of CAD drafting/design experience within the utility or electric infrastructure industry.
• Proven, expert-level proficiency in Bentley MicroStation.
• Direct, demonstrated experience working with PG&E electric utility standards and construction practices.
• Ability to read/interpret engineering redlines, land surveys, and mapping documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in CAD, Drafting, or a related technical field experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise detailed CAD drawings for electrical substations, transmission lines, and distribution infrastructure using Bentley MicroStation.
• Prepare construction drawings (plans, elevations, sections) that strictly adhere to PG&E CAD standards, including PG&E "as-built" formats, gas layouts, and joint trench drawings.
• Produce Electrical Substation design drawings for indoor/outdoor equipment (RTUs, relays, transformers, breakers) using MicroStation.
• Create schematic layouts, material lists, site plans, and conduit/grounding drawings from engineer sketches.
• Review drawings created by other staff for accuracy, quality, and adherence to design standards.
• Coordinate with project team members, including civil and protection engineers, to ensure design efficiency and resolve field conflicts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees