Drafter I - VA

Alpha 3 Consulting; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision (75% premiums)

401(k) with 5% company match

10 Paid Holidays

20 PTO days

Job summary

Alpha 3 Consulting in Richmond, VA is seeking a Drafter I to support designers and engineers on electrical substation, utility and infrastructure projects. This full-time hybrid role requires in-office days Tue-Thu and two days remote, located in Richmond, VA.

The ideal candidate will have an Engineering-related degree or equivalent experience, strong CAD skills (MicroStation preferred), and the ability to work in 2D and 3D within a cross-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge and experience using CAD tools; experience with MicroStation (highly desired)
• AS/BS in Engineering related field or relevant experience
• Knowledge of drafting practices and procedures

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 of 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 the project

Skills

CAD tools

Team collaboration

2D/3D drafting

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

AS/BS in Engineering related field

Drafting certificate or related degree

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Job Title

Drafter I

Location

Richmond, VA (onsite - Hybrid)

Position Description

Alpha 3 is seeking a Drafter I to provide support for designers and engineers on electrical substation, utility and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate is a recent Associates or BS graduate with a degree in Engineering Science with a keen interest in design work in the utility infrastructure space. 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 Richmond, VA.

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 the project

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge and experience using CAD tools; experience with MicroStation (highly desired)
• AS/BS in Engineering related field or relevant experience
• 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 & Benefits

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

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

About Alpha 3

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.

Equal Opportunity

Alpha 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.