CAD Operator II

dukeenergy; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a CAD Operator II to create and revise electrical design drawings using MicroStation and AutoCAD Electrical for generation stations, substations, and related facilities. The role develops design skills and works with greater independence over time.

Responsibilities include preparing precise drawings from various inputs, maintaining CAD standards, and ensuring accurate documentation within the company system. Hybrid work schedule after onboarding is available.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Computer Aided Drafting Technology or equivalent required.
• Alternatively, High School/GED with 7+ years relevant experience accepted.
• Experience with CAD software and drawing standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares accurate drawings from verbal/written instructions and field measurements.
• Develops standards and blocks to create clearer drawings.
• Maintains updated electronic drawings in the document system.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in CAD Technology

High School Diploma or GED + 7 years experience

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Important Application Submission Information

In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Friday, October 2, 2026

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

This is the second level of the CAD Operator classification. CAD Operator II's utilize MicroStation, and/or AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Electrical to construct and revise protection and control electrical design drawings from engineer's or designer's markups to support generating station, switchyard, substation, and corporate projects for the construction or maintenance of electrical utility facilities. Incumbents are expected to develop design skills in their field of study and the ability to work with greater independence.

Responsibilities

• Prepares thorough and accurate drawings from verbal and written instructions, marked prints, sketches, field measurements, etc.
• Use and develop standards, work methods, compile blocks, and details that create more accurate and understandable drawings.
• Maintain and update electronic drawings in the company's document management system.
• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities.
• Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Minimum/Basic Requirements

• Associate Degree in Computer Aided Drafting Technology and 2 years relevant experience
• In Lieu of above degree, High School/GED and 7 years relevant experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Experience in either MicroStation, AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek.

Travel Requirements

Not required

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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