AutoCAD Drafter

CHA Consulting, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an AutoCAD Drafter to join their team either at various office locations or remotely. Responsibilities include assisting with the creation and preparation of construction drawings while collaborating with design teams. Ideal candidates will hold an Associate's degree in Engineering or a related field and possess strong technical drawing skills. The position offers a salary range of $30.00 - $32.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; related document production experience preferred.
• Familiar with discipline-based software such as AutoCAD and REVIT is beneficial.
• Strong work ethic and a willingness to assist senior staff in collaborative projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research, preparation, and creation of contract drawings.
• Collaborate with design teams to meet clients and contractual requirements.
• Ensure drawings meet applicable standards and accuracy through review.

Skills

Technical drawing

Communication skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Associates Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

MicroStation

PLS-CADD

Job description

Overview

AutoCAD Drafter

Location: US-NY-Albany | US-GA-Atlanta | US-NY-Rochester | US-NY-Syracuse | United States, Remote-Works from Home

Job ID: 7345 | # Positions: 1 | Category: Utilities - Electric Transmission

Why CHA? Finding a better way. At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. We embed ourselves in our communities, take pride in improving things where we live, and are committed to inclusion and diversity with dignity and respect. We are focused on sustainability and reducing our environmental footprint. We are building a more sustainable future together, every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking an AutoCAD Drafter to join our Power & Manufacturing - Electric Transmission Team at our Albany, NY; Atlanta, GA; Rochester, NY; Syracuse, NY office or working remotely.

This position offers fully remote capabilities; however, occasional on-site responsibilities may be required if you are located near a CHA office.

Your Impact

CHA's dedicated team of electric transmission and substation professionals prioritizes safety and technical excellence—from initial surveying and assessment to planning, permitting, research, and comprehensive design and engineering. We deliver top-tier solutions for both new and existing electrical power infrastructure, covering AC/DC, overhead/underground/submarine installations, indoor/outdoor applications, and insulation mediums (air, gas, liquid, solid) for transmission, distribution, and generation needs. Our expertise includes automation, SCADA, communication design, and engineering.

The AutoCAD Drafter assists with the research, preparation, and creation of various types of contract or construction drawings and documents. The professional collaborates with design teams on multiple projects in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet client, contractual, and company requirements.

At CHA, the AutoCAD Drafter gains knowledge of engineering discipline standards, codes, and systems by assisting with contract document preparation. This individual examines drawings for errors and uses drawing production software (REVIT, AutoCAD, MicroStation, PLS-CADD, etc.) to create construction documents.

At CHA, you can build a career across diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means joining a team of talented professionals with support for career growth and the opportunity to impact the industry and communities.

Responsibilities (Implied)

• Assist with research, preparation, and creation of contract or construction drawings and documents.
• Collaborate with design teams on multiple projects to meet client, contractual, and company requirements.
• Assist with ensuring drawings meet applicable standards and accuracy through review.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Science or related technical field is required
• No prior experience required; however, related document production experience preferred
• Familiar with discipline-based software (REVIT, AutoCAD, MicroStation, PLS-CADD, etc.)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a collaborative team environment with the willingness to assist senior staff

Salary Range

$30.00 - $32.00

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways—always searching, never settling—to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward-leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We celebrate inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. We invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.