AutoCAD Designer

The Planet Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Designer – Substation to support substation design projects by performing routine 2D/3D CAD tasks with accuracy and standards compliance. You will work under lead designers and collaborate with engineers and drafting teams to develop quality drawing packages for internal and client-facing deliverables.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in electric utility CAD/design, proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, SDS, and related 3D design

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects.
• Experience with CAD platforms including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, SDS, etc.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality drawing packages for internal and client-facing deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers and drafting teams to support substation design projects.
• Support substation design projects across the client platform with adherence to CAD standards.

Skills

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Independent work & prioritization

Education

Associates degree in Drafting & Design

4-year Eng Tech degree

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Inventor

SDS (Substation Design Suite)

AutoCAD Map 3D

Job description

Job Title: Designer Substation 3 - 651423

Location: Atlanta, GA

Duration: Full Time (Direct Hire)

Job Description

The Designer – Substation is responsible for supporting substation design projects across the client platform by performing routine 2D/3D Physical and/or Protection & Control (P&C) design tasks. This role requires working knowledge of basic design techniques and industry procedures, with an emphasis on accuracy, standards compliance, and CAD proficiency.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong familiarity with substation materials, construction methods, and utility design standards. Proficiency with CAD platforms—including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Map 3D, Inventor, and Substation Design Suite (SDS) for Physical and/or P&C applications is preferred. The Designer will work under the direction of a Lead Designer and collaborate closely with engineers and drafting teams to develop and maintain quality drawing packages for both internal and client-facing deliverables.

What You’ll Bring

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification is preferred. A 4-year Eng Tech degree is a plus.
• Experience in drafting disciplines with a background in substation design is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects. More experience could result in a higher-level position.
• Experience with 3D and/or smart design software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, SDS, etc.) is preferred.
• Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software.
• Extensive knowledge of various CAD programs
• Basic knowledge of the major components of a substation
• Basic oral and written communications
• Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation.
• Working in a team environment
• Communicating effectively with co-workers
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Travel Requirements

Role will require travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities. but travel will be minimal to support project related site visits.