Senior Drafter

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP•San Diego, CA

12d

About The Position

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is seeking a Senior Drafter to support one of its largest electric utility clients in the Pasadena area. The role uses AutoCAD or equivalent 2D or 3D computer-aided design software to modify or develop electrical drawings, including one-line and three-line drawings, schematic and wiring diagrams, and layout and detail drawings. The drafter also supports bills of material, project drawing management, and engineers and designers. The position works under the direction of a Supervisor and reports directly to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor.

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 applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong understanding of timekeeping and working in a team environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and 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 diagrams, 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 directions to initiate preliminary designs.
Check and verify the accuracy of drawings prepared by others.
Prepare bills of material and specifications when drawings are complete, and revise drawings and bills of material to reflect engineering changes.
Implement revisions and change control according to company standards and at the direction of senior-level designers and engineers.
Check field red-lined drawings and generate accurate as-built drawings as needed.
Perform document management, including tracking, receiving, storing, retrieving, copying, and scanning project documents.
Create new project folders and submit project documents to clients.
Communicate project information effectively and accurately to the project design team.
Perform other duties as assigned.