AutoCAD Designer

Manpower Engineering; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care FSA

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short/Long Disability

Travel Insurance

401(k) Plus Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. in Charlotte, NC seeks an AutoCAD Designer to develop and refine conceptual site layouts for utility-scale solar projects.

You will collaborate with engineering and preconstruction teams to produce layouts, exhibits, and design documents used across the project lifecycle. The role requires 3+ years of AutoCAD experience, familiarity with civil/infrastructure/renewable energy projects, and the ability to incorporate survey data into site planning.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of AutoCAD experience with updated engineering drawings.
• Experience supporting civil, infrastructure, energy, utility, or renewable energy projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering plans and downstream design impact.
• Experience using survey/topographic data for site layout design.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual site layouts for utility-scale solar projects and refine them as requirements evolve.
• Modify project layouts based on engineering, owner and construction needs.
• Incorporate survey/topographical data into project designs.
• Prepare exhibits, drawings, and visuals while coordinating with consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation and drawing revisions throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Civil/Infrastructure knowledge

Renewable energy experience

Team collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title:

AutoCAD Designer

Location:

Charlotte, North Carolina

Pay Range:

$65000 - $110000

What's the Job?

• Develop conceptual site layouts for utility-scale solar projects and refine them as project requirements evolve.
• Modify project layouts based on engineering, owner, and construction needs, ensuring designs remain buildable and aligned to project goals.
• Incorporate survey and topographical data into project designs to support accurate, site-specific planning.
• Prepare exhibits, drawings, and project visuals while coordinating with engineering consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation and drawing revisions throughout the project lifecycle, supporting permitting and development efforts as needed.

What's Needed?

• 3+ years of AutoCAD experience, with a strong track record producing and updating engineering drawings.
• Experience supporting civil, infrastructure, energy, utility, or renewable energy projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering plans, layouts, and how design decisions impact downstream teams.
• Experience utilizing survey and topographic information to inform site layout and design updates.
• Ability to support ongoing project revisions, including layout optimization and design changes tied to project pursuit and preconstruction needs.

What's in it for me?

• Work onsite in a collaborative Charlotte, NC office environment alongside engineering and preconstruction teams.
• Contribute directly to utility-scale solar project planning by producing layouts, exhibits, and design documents used across the project lifecycle.
• Build momentum in renewable energy design by supporting revisions tied to module, inverter, and design changes.
• Strengthen your professional impact by coordinating with internal stakeholders and engineering consultants to keep drawings current and accurate.
• Join a mission-driven team focused on developing, engineering, constructing, and operating utility-scale solar projects across the United States.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay