3D Drafter

Ampirical Solutions LLC; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

Flexible schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Gym stipend

Wellness program

Fertility benefits

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ampirical is actively hiring 3D Drafters to support electric substation projects in Covington, LA. Roles span I–III with duties scaling by experience; onsite location with flexible advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities include creating 2D/3D drawings, applying redlines, and preparing BOMs and layouts. Educational paths range from an associate degree to hands-on AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, and SolidWorks experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Drafting (or related field) or High School Diploma with AutoCAD coursework/experience.
• Basic experience using AutoCAD to create technical drawings.
• Exposure to 3D modeling software (Inventor, 3D AutoCAD, Revit, or SolidWorks) in substation/utility context.
• Familiarity with 2D AutoCAD.
• Experience with P4A or similar substation toolset.

Responsibilities

• Support the drafting team by preparing basic 2D and 3D drawings for electric substation projects under guidance.
• Apply redlines and revisions provided by engineers.
• Draft plan and section views, equipment layouts, and BOMs for substation packages.
• Prepare finished working drawings for construction and relocation projects from designs.
• Learn and follow Ampirical's drafting standards with mentor support.
• 3D Drafter II: contribute to detailed drawing packages under supervision.
• Develop equipment and bus/grounding layouts and raceway routing.
• 3D Drafter III: perform complex drafting assignments with low supervision.
• Mentor junior drafters and coordinate model accuracy and standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

2D drafting

3D modeling

Navisworks

Education

Associate's degree in Drafting

High School Diploma with AutoCAD

Tools

Inventor

Revit

SolidWorks

Bluebeam

Navisworks

P4A

Autodesk Vault Basic

Job description

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

Why Ampirical?

Hourly Rate:

3D Drafter I –

• $22.85 – $30.39, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

3D Drafter II –

• $24.22 – $32.22, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

3D Drafter III –

• $25.67 – $34.15, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary) Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays Flexible Work Schedule: 9/80 schedule — every other Friday off Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Your Role: 3D Drafter

Location: Covington, LA | Onsite

Ampirical is hiring 3D Drafters to support substation physical design — equipment arrangements, structures, and layouts — for our electric substation projects at the Covington, LA office. This posting spans three levels — apply at the level that matches your experience; duties and requirements scale up from there.

3D Drafter I

What You'll Do

• Support the drafting team by preparing basic 2D and 3D drawings for electric substation projects, working under close guidance from a lead designer or project engineer.
• Apply redlines and revisions provided by engineers.
• Draft plan and section views, equipment arrangements, and bills of material for substation physical packages under direction.
• Prepare finished working drawings for construction and relocation projects from detailed designs provided by designers and engineers.
• Learn and follow Ampirical's drafting standards and formatting guidelines, with support from an assigned mentor.

Education

• Associate's degree in Drafting (or related field), OR High School Diploma with hands-on AutoCAD coursework or experience.

Experience

• Basic experience using AutoCAD to create technical drawings.
• Exposure to 3D modeling software (Inventor, 3D AutoCAD, Revit, or SolidWorks) through coursework or hands-on project work, or equivalent hands‑on experience in an electrical substation or utility environment.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Familiarity with 2D AutoCAD.
• Exposure to P4A or a comparable substation design toolset.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

3D Drafter II

What You'll Do

• Prepare and contribute to detailed 2D and 3D drawing packages for electric substation projects under moderate supervision.
• Ensure drawings are properly formatted, annotated, and cross‑referenced for construction and relocation use.
• Apply redlines and revisions from engineers, flagging inconsistencies as they come up.
• Begin reviewing peer drawings and suggesting corrections as part of internal QA/QC.
• Develop equipment and general arrangement drawings, bus and conductor layouts, grounding plans, and conduit and raceway routing.

Education

• Associate's degree in Drafting (or related field), OR High School Diploma with 1+ year of hands‑on AutoCAD experience.

Experience

• Moderate proficiency using AutoCAD to create technical drawings.
• Working experience with 3D modeling software (Inventor, 3D AutoCAD, Revit, or SolidWorks), or equivalent hands‑on experience in an electrical substation or utility environment.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience with P4A.
• Experience with Autodesk Vault Basic or Vault Pro.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.

3D Drafter III

What You'll Do

• Perform complex 2D and 3D drafting assignments for electric substation applications with low supervision.
• Follow established technical specifications to prepare drawings and assist in design drafting.
• Interpret redline revisions and implement detailed corrections independently.
• Consult with engineers regarding drawing accuracy, design, and drafting standards.
• Mentor junior drafters on standards, formatting, and quality.
• Build complete physical design packages — general arrangements, plan and section views, foundation and structure details, grounding, and raceway — and perform clash detection and model coordination in Navisworks.

Education

• Associate's degree in Drafting (or related field), OR High School Diploma with 2+ years of hands‑on AutoCAD experience.

Experience

• Proficient in AutoCAD to create technical drawings.
• Proficient 3D modeling experience (Inventor, 3D AutoCAD, Revit, or SolidWorks); SolidWorks experience considered comparable to Inventor. Hands‑on P4A experience strongly preferred.
• Prior background working with electrical substations, in a mechanical or electrical discipline.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience with Autodesk Vault Basic or Vault Pro.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.

Skills (All Levels)

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities effectively.
• Detail oriented, with strong pattern recognition.
• Working knowledge of NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and client‑specific drafting standards, including electrical clearance requirements.
• Comfortable working in a 3D model environment — Inventor, 3D AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, or P4Awith drawings generated from the model.
• Able to read and interpret one‑lines, physical layouts, and engineering redlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle‑cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non‑user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.