Autocad Drafter Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (AutoCAD Electrical experience preferred).
• Basic understanding of electrical wiring, circuits, and electrical schematics, or a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn quickly.
• Ability to read and interpret red-line markups, manufacturer datasheets, and installation instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; drawings must match the panel as built.
• Ability to manage multiple drawing packages and meet project deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication with engineers, panel builders, and project managers.
• High school diploma or GED required; drafting/CAD certificate, technical degree, or equivalent experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience drafting industrial control panels or working in a UL 508A panel shop.
• Familiarity with UL 508A labeling and documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with PLC/automation hardware (Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley a plus).
• Experience with revision control and engineering document management.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical red-line markups (as-built revisions) from engineers, panel builders, and field technicians, and incorporate them accurately into AutoCAD drawing packages.
• Create and revise PLC control panel drawing sets, including electrical schematics, panel layout/arrangement drawings, wiring and interconnect diagrams, and terminal block details.
• Transpose manufacturer instructions, engineering notes, and UL label requirements (e.g., UL 508A ratings, SCCR, voltage/amperage, enclosure type) onto AutoCAD drawings accurately and legibly.
• Learn and become proficient with the components typically used in our control panels — PLCs and I/O, power supplies, circuit breakers and fusing, relays, motor starters/VFDs, terminal blocks, enclosures, and wire/cable types — and represent them correctly in drawings and bills of material.
• Develop and maintain bills of material (BOMs) that match the drawing set and the parts installed in the panel.
• Maintain drawing standards, title blocks, symbol libraries, and revision control; log and track drawing revisions per company procedures.
• Verify drawings against physical panels in the shop when needed, coordinating with panel builders and QA/QC to resolve discrepancies before release.
• Generate wire and device label/tag lists from drawings for use in panel fabrication.
• Print, assemble, and issue drawing packages for panel shop builds, customer submittals, and field installation.
• Support engineers and project managers with miscellaneous drafting tasks, including loop sheets, network diagrams, and site electrical drawings as assigned.
• May include occasional site visits to customer facilities to gather field information, verify existing installations, and support as-built documentation.
• May include learning automation field work (instrumentation, panel installation support, I/O checkout, and related tasks) during slower drafting or estimation periods.

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
• Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
• Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.