Team Leader Design/Drafting
About The Position
The Team Leader – Design/Drafting leads a team of designers and drafters while also performing 3D AutoCAD work. The role ensures appropriate team resourcing for Engineering support needs across Field and Design Engineering, assigning team members to projects and arranging resources for 2D and 3D design and drafting work. The Team Leader collaborates with Engineering and other stakeholders on projects of varied scope and size, including large distribution projects. Approximately half of the responsibilities involve managing the team, and the other half involve project-related work. This position may be based in Columbus, Ohio (preferred), Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, Merrillville, Indiana, Lexington, Kentucky, or Chester, Virginia. Relocation assistance is not offered. As a public utility, NiSource provides essential services 24/7, and employees may be asked to support emergency response efforts, including outside normal hours or with tasks beyond typical responsibilities. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 5 years of relevant design/drafting experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Engineering and Construction principles.
- Proficiency with GIS systems.
- Proficiency in piping-system principles, including materials, fittings, supports, and specifications.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory guidelines.
- Experience leading design projects from concept through completion.
- Experience preparing documentation for regulatory approvals and permitting.
- Ability to mentor and train junior designers and drafters.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Valid driver's license.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Bachelor's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Expertise using AutoCAD 3D.
- Experience leading people and projects.
- Demonstrated proficiency with industry codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures related to utility engineering, construction, operations, and safety.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor direct reports and implement processes that support team goals and objectives.
- Provide direction and feedback to team members, monitor performance, and coach as needed.
- Evaluate team resources and make changes to support workflow.
- Maintain AutoCAD templates and libraries to promote consistency across Engineering.
- Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and other documents to ensure accurate drafting.
- Use AutoCAD to produce 3D models of natural gas distribution systems and stations.
- Prepare and maintain accurate records of design changes, revisions, and updates.
- Assist with aggregating site survey data for new installations and system upgrades.
- Integrate and extrapolate GIS data to support site analysis, route selection, and environmental assessments.
- Partner with Field Engineering, Design Engineering, Field Operations, Construction, and other stakeholders to meet strategic goals and deliver customer value.
- Possibly support Engineering and Operations employees in emergency situations and participate in courses in business operations.
- Possibly support emergency outage management after hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
