Drafter II

Cornerstone Energy Services; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy infrastructure firm in Massachusetts seeks a skilled Drafter to support its projects. Responsibilities include drafting infrastructure designs, adhering to industry standards, and consulting engineers on project specifications. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience, a solid background in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and a strong work ethic. This role requires effective teamwork and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of project work experience in drafting or design.
• Must demonstrate expertise in AutoCAD and Civil 3D software.
• Knowledge of civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Draft energy infrastructure and utilities plans.
• Adhere to design standards and review the work of other drafters.
• Consult with engineers on model accuracy and project specifications.

Skills

AutoCAD expertise

Cadworx

Civil 3D

Organizational skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Education

Associate of Arts or Science in Engineering, Drafting, Design, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work on energy infrastructure drafting and design projects.
• Create plans and/or drafting deliverables for infrastructure and utilities.
• Adhere to company and industry design and drafting standards.
• May assist the Drafting & Design Coordinator and/or Senior Drafter in reviewing the work of other drafters for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Create overall project sheet layout and criteria.
• Utilize advanced AutoCAD skills to set up projects and relationships between drawing and other files.
• Create 3D objects in Civil 3D such as points, surfaces, alignments and profiles.
• Understand and manage User, Plant, and Geographic Coordinate Systems.
• Understand the difference and relationship between real world coordinates and plant grid coordinates in 2D and 3D model backgrounds.
• Follow established technical specifications to prepare drawings and assist in design drafting.
• Consult with engineers regarding model accuracy and design parameters.
• Work with drafting team, D&D Coordinator, Senior Drafter, Senior Designer, Engineers, and Project Managers.
• Perform related duties as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Duties are largely performed in an office.
• Office work may include prolonged seated tasks, extended keyboarding, and use of computer screen.
• May be requested to work overtime and weekends.
• Position requires travel (expected to be less than 10%); valid driver’s license and acceptable DMV record required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use stairs, use hands, reach, talk and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to demonstrate all key qualifications of a Drafter I.
• Must have current expertise in Cadworx and/or Plant 3d.
• Knowledge and understanding of discipline-specific criterion.
• Experience with site layout, utility design, boundary and easement plans, alignment sheets and details.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
• Must have excellent computer/internet skills and a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.
• Ability to adhere to company and industry design and drafting standards.
• Excellent organizational skills are preferred.
• Ability to work well independently, work with all levels of management, prioritize tasks, resolve problems and follow through.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be a team player.
• Desire to learn and grow personally and professionally.
• Strong work ethic.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Advance level of training and experience using AutoCAD products as a primary function of work.
• Must have current expertise in Cadworx and/or Plant 3d.
• Intermediate or Advanced level of training and experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of civil, mechanical, and/or electrical engineering, survey data, and/or experience working with engineering firms.
• Associate of Arts or Science in Engineering, Drafting, Design, Graphic Arts, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-7 years of primary project work experience.