CADD Drafter

Electrical Consultants, Inc.

Cary (NC)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k), profit sharing

Paid Parental Leave

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

A leading power engineering consultant firm is seeking a motivated individual for the role of CADD Drafter. The successful candidate will draft and design electrical substations and renewable energy projects using AutoCAD and MicroStation. This entry-level role requires 2+ years of relevant experience and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and paid leave. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in drafting/designing electrical substations.
Proficient in preparing electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Ability to work with minimal direction in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare complete drawings of structures and layouts.
Create electrical single lines, AC & DC schematics.
Assist in training less-experienced personnel.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

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Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI), a leading power engineering consultant firm, is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a drafter/designer. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing electrical and physical drafting and design work for electrical substations and renewable energy projects ranging from 4 kV to 500 kV.

The successful candidate will perform drafting in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation related to electrical substations and renewable energy facilities. Controls design will involve preparation of drawings to include panel layouts, one‑line, three‑line, DC schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

Preparing complete drawings of structures, layouts, facilities or general arrangements including section and detail views and profiles in a manner to provide clear and concise representation of facilities.
Preparing electrical single lines, AC & DC schematics and wiring drawings.
Preparation of project drawings through preliminary selection of alternatives, layouts and arrangements.
Demonstrating personal development of technical knowledge through interface with the engineering departments in the execution and review of project assignments.
Assisting in the training and advancement of skills for other, less‑experienced designing and drafting department personnel.

Minimum Requirements

2+ years’ of experience drafting and/or designing electrical substations, including schematics, wiring diagrams, physical layout and facility design required. Must have proven effective verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate must be results oriented and capable of completing design assignments with minimal direction and must be effective in a team environment with strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to interface with team members and clients. This position requires a strong work ethic with attention to detail, quality, schedule and budget. Occasional travel/driving may be required. Successful applicant is subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B visa status) now or in the future.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Parental Leave
401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
10 to 20 days annual vacation accrual depending on experience
4.5 paid personal days and 7.5 paid holidays annually
Continued professional education reimbursement
Hired applicant will be eligible for an annual bonus

ECI employs over 650 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, right‑of‑way agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 20+ engineering offices across the U.S. ECI has over 35 years of experience in the planning, engineering and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, energy storage facilities, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial electrical facilities.

Seniority level