CAD Technician II - Electrical

LJA Engineering, Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Education Support

Referral Bonuses

Family Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteer Days

Professional Development

Job summary

LJA Energy is seeking a CAD Technician II – Electrical to produce and revise electrical drawings for industrial facilities, including lift and pump stations. You will work closely with engineers in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of electrical drafting experience and formal AutoCAD/MicroStation certification, with proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical. On-site roles at multiple locations offer growth and hands-on collaboration.

Qualifications

• Formal training in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation with certification.
• 3–5 years of professional, full-time experience in electrical drafting.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce and revise electrical drawings for industrial facilities.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to update design packages.
• Apply drafting standards such as NFPA 70 (NEC) and API RP 500.
• Use AutoCAD and MicroStation features to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Electrical drafting

Detail oriented

Independent & collaborative

Education

AutoCAD/MicroStation Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a CAD Technician II – Electrical at LJA Energy, you will be responsible for producing and revising detailed electrical drawings for industrial facilities, including lift and pump stations. This role involves working closely with designers and engineers in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Producing and maintaining electrical drawings, including plans, elevations, schematics, wiring diagrams, and schedules.
• Applying drafting and design standards such as NFPA 70 (NEC) and API RP 500 to ensure quality and compliance.
• Coordinating with engineers and designers to update electrical design packages.
• Utilizing advanced drafting features in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Managing multiple drafting tasks under tight deadlines while adhering to client and company standards.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Formal training in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation V8 or newer with certification.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional, full-time experience in electrical drafting using AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical and MicroStation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience producing detailed electrical drawings in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Familiarity with grounding plans, conduit & cable schedules, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• Experience supporting industrial facilities such as lift and pump stations.
• Ability to handle fast-paced, project-driven environments with shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated initiative in learning new drafting tools, standards, and best practices.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.

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