CAD Drafter I — Utility Substation Design (Hybrid)

Alpha 3 Consulting; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums)

401(k) (5% company match)

10 Paid Holidays

20 Paid-time-off days

Job summary

Alpha 3 Consulting is seeking a Drafter I to support designers and engineers on electrical substation, utility and infrastructure projects in Wilmington, DE. The role emphasizes 2D/3D drafting, layout development, and collaboration with a cross-functional team in a hybrid work setting.

You will use CAD tools to produce one-lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, and bill of materials, with on-site walkdowns and vendor coordination to ensure design accuracy and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Proficient in CAD tools with preference for MicroStation.
• Engineering degree or relevant drafting experience required.
• Ability to produce 2D/3D drawings and layouts with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Utilize CAD tools to develop substation project drawings and layouts.
• Create one-lines, schematics, electrical layouts, site plans and BOMs.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and vendors.
• Provide clarification on drawings and support design modifications.
• Support onsite walkdowns with the design team.

Skills

CAD tools

2D drafting

3D modeling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

AS/BS in Engineering related field

Drafting certificate

ABET-related degree or engineering tech

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Alpha 3 Consulting is seeking a Drafter I to support designers and engineers on electrical substation, utility and infrastructure projects in Wilmington, DE. The role emphasizes 2D/3D drafting, layout development, and collaboration with a cross-functional team in a hybrid work setting.

You will use CAD tools to produce one-lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, and bill of materials, with on-site walkdowns and vendor coordination to ensure design accuracy and timely delivery.