CAD Drafter

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MasTec Power Delivery is seeking a CAD Designer/ drafter to support electrical transmission line projects across the United States. You will prepare preliminary and detailed drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit from field notes and photos, develop site plans and profiles, and assist with permit packages for Right-Of-Way and encroachments.

The role requires 3+ years of AutoCAD/Civil 3D experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects while

Qualifications

• Team-oriented work either remotely or in office.
• Self-starter with initiative and reliability.
• High attention to detail in producing drawings and docs.
• Maintain professional communication through email, phone, video, or text.
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Report project anomalies to team members via established tools or verbally.
• Wear and use PPE and follow safety rules at all times.
• Keep an organized workstation and filing system on computer.
• Be punctual for daily start times and meetings.
• Complete timekeeping/documentation daily or weekly.
• Willingness to work after normal hours as needed.
• Possess a current state driver’s license without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary and detailed drawings from field notes, photos, or other sources.
• Produce and maintain grading plans, site plans, cross-sections, and profiles.
• Prepare construction permits for infrastructure placement (encroachment, ROW, easement).
• General document prep, data entry, and filling required documents.
• Weekly meetings with management on project status.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet requirements.
• Communicate and resolve fielding document issues with stakeholders.
• Ensure safety compliance with OSHA, NEC, PPE, etc.
• Create High Level CAD designs when needed.
• Identify process waste and suggest improvements.
• Ensure all design activities align with contracts and schedules.
• Prioritize safety in all duties.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

PLS-CAD

Trimble

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Time management

Safety awareness

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

PLS-CAD

Trimble

Job description

Overview

As one of the nation's leading electric transmission line construction companies, MasTec Power Delivery companies engineer and construct efficient and reliable electrical transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard systems. Our extensive workforce includes both union and nonunion teams,which, combined with our specialized equipment fleet, allows us to effectively meet our clients' needs for power delivery, emergency restoration, and ongoing maintenance.We'vebeen involved in some of the most challenging and recognizable electric projects across the U.S. From the electric plant to the end users,MasTec'sexperienced managers and crews consistently deliver transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard services with an unfailing commitment to safety, integrity, and sustainable practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary and detailed drawingsusing variousAutodesk products and other design software; Civil 3D, AutoCAD,Revit,Visio, PLS-CAD, Trimble, etc. from surveyed field notes, photos, or other source documents.
• Utilize survey data to produce and maintain detailed drawings such as but not limited to; grading plans, erosion protection plans, permitting documents, site plans, site specific details, plan & profiles, cross-sections, typical sections, etc.
• Prepare construction permits for placement ofinfrastructure (e.g., encroachment, Right-Of-Way, easement, Traffic Control).
• General document preparation and data entry,and filling out associated documents as needed.
• Meet with the management teamweekly on the project status.
• Ability to work multiple projects atthe same time and meet all requirements.
• Communicate and help resolve any fielding document issues with internal and external customers.
• Comply with all safety requirements- reinforce all internal and external safety practices and policies. (e.g., OSHA, NEC, PPE, etc.).
• Prepare High Level Designs in CAD format when required.
• Recognize process waste and suggest changes.
• Ensure engineering/design activities comply with company and contract requirements and support overall schedule.
• Work safely – Commitment to work safely in amanner that is consistent with company values and policies. Participate in safety-oriented culture by reading safety memos, listening to industry experts, and watching out for fellow employees.

Qualifications

• Work as a team remotely or in office
• Be a self-starter
• High attention to detail
• Maintain a high level of professional communication skills through email, phone, video, or text
• Time management; prioritizing work and documenting tasks.
• Report project anomalies to team members through established tools or verbally.
• Wearing and utilizing all required safety PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) with situational awareness.
• Work in a safe manner always. This includes but is not limited to driving safely, stretching twice a day, good posture / ergonomics, and following all safety rules.
• Maintain an organized workstation and filing system on your computer
• Punctual for daily start time and meetings.
• Fill out time keeping / accounting documentation on a daily or weekly basis.
• Work after normal hours as needed.
• Keeping a current state driver’s license without restrictions.

Experience

• 3+ years of professional experience in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D
• 3+ years of professional experience working with Microsoft Word and Excel