Drafter I

careers-quanta; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Drafter I to join our Baton Rouge, Louisiana team. You will support EPC and engineering design projects for data centers, petrochemical, and oil & gas clients with high-quality electrical design deliverables.

The Drafter I will work closely with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure deliverables meet design requirements and industry standards. This is a growth-oriented role within a collaborative engineering environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year experience as an E&I Drafter in industrial/EPC projects.
• Ability to solve problems and manage priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft electrical and instrumentation deliverables under project leads’ guidance.
• Coordinate with engineers to produce site-specific power distribution and control drawings.
• Interpret PFDs and P&IDs to develop compliant project deliverables.
• Prepare construction-ready drawings: plans, layouts, wiring diagrams, installation details.
• Size cabinets, panelboards, cable trays, and conduits per scope and codes.

Skills

Electrical drafting

3D modeling

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx

Revit

Job description

About Us

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation.

NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

Drafter I

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Drafter I to join our Professional Engineering Consulting team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role supports EPC and engineering design projects for data centers, petrochemical, and oil & gas clients.

The Drafter I is responsible for producing high-quality electrical design deliverables from instructions given by project leads. This position works closely with engineers, designers and multidisciplinary design teams to ensure deliverables are produced as required.

What You'll Do

Design & Drafting

• Develop and locate electrical and instrumentation (I&E) equipment within a 3D model environment using AutoCAD, CADWorx, and Revit.


• Coordinate with project leads to produce site-specific power distribution and control system drawings in accordance with company, client, and industry standards for new or existing facilities.


• Interpret PFDs and P&IDs to develop project deliverables that meet design requirements.


• Prepare construction-ready drawings including plans, layouts, one-lines, wiring diagrams, and installation details for electrical systems under the guidance of engineers and lead designers.


• Size cabinets, panelboards, cable tray, and conduits based on project scope, codes, and vendor data.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent


• 1+ years of experience as an E&I Drafter supporting industrial, energy, or EPC projects


• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage shifting priorities and multiple deadlines


• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting


• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  
  
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
  
  


• Short term and long term benefits


• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.