CAD Drafter - MD

Alpha 3 Consulting; Elkridge (MD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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 CAD Drafter in Elkridge, MD to support designers and engineers on electrical substation and infrastructure projects. The role is full-time with a hybrid schedule—three days in office (Tue-Thu) and two from home.

You will generate 2D/3D drawings, assist with one-lines, schematics, and layouts, and coordinate with vendors and the design team throughout project stages.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD tools and drafting standards.
• Ability to interpret layouts, schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Strong teamwork and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Use CAD tools to develop substation project drawings.
• Create one-lines, schematics, electrical layouts, site plans, and wiring diagrams as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and vendors to refine drawings.

Skills

CAD drafting

Team collaboration

2D/3D design

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Associates degree in drafting/design

Bachelor's degree with drafting certificate

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Job Title: CAD Drafter

Location: Elkridge, MD

Alpha 3 is seeking a CAD Drafter to provide support for designers and engineers on electrical substation, utility and infrastructure projects. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule. Three days per week (typically Tuesday-Thursday) are expected to be in the office and two days per week from home. This position is located in Elkridge, MD.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize CAD tools to help in the development of substation projects
• Assignments may include assisting in creation of one-lines, schematics, electrical layouts, site plans, structures, wiring diagrams, bill or materials, etc.
• Work with a cross-disciplinary team
• Collaborate with vendors and construction teams, providing clarification on your drawings and helping guide any necessary design modifications.
• Support onsite walkdowns with design team at various stages of project

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge and experience using CAD tools; experience with MicroStation (highly desired)
• Knowledge of drafting practices and procedures
• Ability to work on a team and on multiple projects
• Ability to visualize and design work in 2D and 3D
• Ability to understand and incorporate comments and feedback
• Personal time management skills and ability to adhere to deadlines
• Attention to detail and pride in work product quality
• Utility project experience a plus
• Associates degree in drafting/design OR bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with Drafting certificate OR a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or non-ABET accredited engineering degree related to our work
• Willingness to learn and grow within this industry

Salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant.

AVAILABLE BENEFITS

• Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums company-paid)
• 401(k) (5% company match)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 20 Paid-time-off days

Alpha 3 is focused on delivering management and technical services to companies that own, operate, or develop infrastructure assets, particularly in the energy industry. We deliver services including: Business Administration, Business Consulting, Commissioning Support, Construction Management, Engineering & Design, Operations Management, Project Controls, Project Management, and Training.

Alpha 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.