Drafter - Transmission Line

Quanta-Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Quanta Services seeks a Drafter - Transmission Line to assist design from inception to completion on various transmission projects. You will use 3D design tools and ensure accuracy across documentation. The role reports to a Lead Designer and involves travel as needed.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in drafting and experience with CAD tools, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and in a team within a demanding energy infrastructure environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design preferred.
• Experience in drafting with civil/structural or transmission design preferred.
• Experience with 3D design software (AutoCad Inventor, SDS, etc.) preferred.
• Word processing, spreadsheets and email software.
• Extensive knowledge of various CADD programs.
• Basic knowledge of transmission line components.
• Basic oral and written communications.
• Team environment experience and effective coworker communication.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Work on design aspects from inception to completion on transmission line projects.
• Utilize 3D design software for transmission line design.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of work.
• Research information in catalogs, specs and standards.
• Learn and use document management system and suggest improvements.
• Learn and apply corporate engineering practices.
• Raise project issues with responsible parties with potential solutions.
• Travel out of town for short periods as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Drafting experience

3D design

CADD programs

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Drafting & Design

Tools

AutoCAD Inventor

SDS

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

Job Title: Drafter - Transmission Line

At QISG, our Transmission Line teams play a vital role in the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of power across communities and regions. We design, build, maintain, and upgrade high-voltage transmission infrastructure that supports the backbone of the electric grid. Whether working on new construction, line upgrades, or critical maintenance, our teams ensure projects are executed with the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. Our work involves both traditional methods and the latest industry innovations to deliver sustainable, cost-effective, and reliable solutions for our customers.

The Drafter, Transmission will perform routine Transmission Line design assignments. This position will report to a Lead Designer and support transmission line projects across the QISG platform.

What You'll Do

• Work on design aspects from project inception to completion on various transmission line projects.
• Utilize 3D design software for transmission line design.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material.
• Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements.
• Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design is preferred.
• Experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred.
• Experience with 3D design software (AutoCad Inventor, SDS, etc.) is preferred.
• Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software.
• Extensive knowledge of various CADD programs
• Basic knowledge of the major components of transmission lines
• Basic oral and written communications
• Working in a team environment
• Communicating effectively with co-workers
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

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.