Senior Drafter

E2 Consulting Engineers•San Diego, CA

10d

About The Position

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is seeking a Senior Drafter to support one of its electric utility clients in the Pasadena area. The successful candidate will use AutoCAD or equivalent software to modify or develop electrical drawings, support preparation of bills of material, manage project drawings and documents, and provide support to engineers and designers. The role works under the direction of a Supervisor and reports directly to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor. The position operates in a professional office environment using standard equipment such as computers and phones. Candidates must be local. The role requires the ability to sit or stand and move freely for up to eight hours per day. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience working in a consulting engineering firm or equivalent experience in a similar role.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and/or similar software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong understanding of timekeeping and working in a team environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Understanding of project workflows.
Basic written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher.
Drafting or design certification.
Experience working in a consulting engineering firm environment.

Responsibilities

Use 2D or 3D computer-aided design software to create one-line and three-line drawings, schematic and wiring diagrams, and layout and detail drawings.
Use engineering sketches, specifications, and supporting documents to design, detail, document, and verify electrical parts, subassemblies, assemblies, or system configurations.
Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs, and working drawings, including necessary projections, sectional views, and standard specifications.
Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate preliminary designs.
Check and verify the accuracy of drawings prepared by others.
Prepare bills of material and specifications when drawings are complete.
Revise drawings and bills of material to reflect engineering changes.
Implement revisions and change control according to company standards under the direction of senior designers and engineers.
Check field red-lined drawings and generate accurate as-built drawings as needed.
Track, receive, store, retrieve, copy, and scan project documents.
Create new project folders and submit project documents to clients.
Communicate relevant project information accurately and effectively to the project design team.
Perform other duties as assigned.