Substation Electrical Drafter - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Chattanooga, TN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a drafter, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Applying computer-aided drafting skills, while receiving hands-on training in 2D and 3D design software environments, such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation; additionally, you will receive training in Sargent & Lundy’s award-winning, industry-recognized proprietary design databases
Assist in creating master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions
Accompany and support experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for your design project
While interfacing with vendors and construction contractors, you may be given the opportunity to explain your drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Requirements

• We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
• Drafting experience using standard computer drafting tools (MicroStation preferred)
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer
• Ability to multi-task from project to project

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design

Responsibilities

• Applying computer-aided drafting skills, while receiving hands-on training in 2D and 3D design software environments, such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation
• Assist in creating master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions
• Accompany and support experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for your design project
• Interfacing with vendors and construction contractors, you may be given the opportunity to explain your drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree