CAD Designer - Electrical

VantagePoint Alliance LLC; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VantagePoint Alliance LLC seeks an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to join a multidisciplinary team supporting large-scale power and energy projects. The role emphasizes detailed electrical drawings, layouts, and simulations using AutoCAD or MicroStation in NEC-compliant designs.

Responsibilities include creating one-line diagrams, schematics, cable routing, substation layouts, and coordination with project teams to ensure constructability and documentation standards are met.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting Technology, Electrical Design, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical design or drafting for industrial or power generation projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with 2D/3D modeling applications preferred.
• Strong understanding of NEC, electrical system layouts, and substation design fundamentals.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with accuracy and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical one-line diagrams, circuit schematics, cable routing, and general arrangement drawings in compliance with project specifications and codes.
• Support electrical engineering teams by developing substation layouts, grounding details, conduit schedules, and wiring diagrams.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure design integrity, coordination, and constructability.
• Maintain adherence to client CAD standards and project documentation procedures.
• Utilize advanced CAD commands, libraries, and routines to improve drafting efficiency and accuracy.
• Interpret engineers’ notes, sketches, and markups to produce precise construction-ready deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical problem-solving efforts.
• Ensure all work aligns with NEC and applicable industry codes, safety standards, and project requirements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting Technology or Electrical Design

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

The Electrical CAD Designer will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and project managers to develop detailed electrical drawings, layouts, and simulations that support large-scale power and energy projects. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, knowledgeable in NEC standards, and experienced in designing systems across diverse power plant technologies — including gas turbines, biomass, hydrogen, carbon capture, BESS, hydro, wind, and solar.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical one-line diagrams, circuit schematics, cable routing, and general arrangement drawings in compliance with project specifications and codes.
• Support electrical engineering teams by developing substation layouts, grounding details, conduit schedules, and wiring diagrams.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure design integrity, coordination, and constructability.
• Maintain adherence to client CAD standards and project documentation procedures.
• Utilize advanced CAD commands, libraries, and routines to improve drafting efficiency and accuracy.
• Interpret engineers’ notes, sketches, and markups to produce precise construction-ready deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical problem-solving efforts.
• Ensure all work aligns with NEC and applicable industry codes, safety standards, and project requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting Technology, Electrical Design, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical design or drafting for industrial or power generation projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with 2D/3D modeling applications preferred.
• Strong understanding of NEC, electrical system layouts, and substation design fundamentals.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with accuracy and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within multi-discipline project environments.
• Field experience or exposure to construction environments is highly desirable.

Core Competencies

• Analytical and detail-oriented with a commitment to design quality and precision.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities in deadline-driven settings.
• Adaptable and proactive learner of new design software and digital workflows.
• Collaborative mindset that thrives within a team-driven culture focused on delivering client success.