Drafting Technician

E2 Consulting Engineers Inc; Honolulu (HI); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Drafting Technician to support its electric utility client in Hawaii. This role involves creating and modifying substation drawings using AutoCAD and MicroStation, ensuring high-quality standards and attention to detail. The successful candidate will collaborate with experienced designers in a dynamic environment, enhancing their skills through regular training. Join a team that values innovation, safety, and collaboration while contributing to impactful engineering projects.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience developing drawings using AutoCAD.
• Ability to create and modify drawings from engineer-provided markups.

Responsibilities

• Perform various drafting and detailing functions using AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Complete drafting assignments on Protection & Control and Physical Electrical drawings.
• Attend regular training sessions to refresh skills and minimize errors.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Certificate in Technical Drafting

Job description

Drafting Technician

Job Locations

US-HI

ID

HI-5375

Category

Engineering

Type

Full Time

Work Location

Remote

About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

E2 is looking for a drafting technician to join our team to support our main electric utility client Hawaii. The successful candidate will use AutoCAD to create consistent substation drawing standards. The position will work under the direction of the Substation Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

The Substation Drafter will work under the mentorship of a seasoned designer and engineering leads in a fast-paced environment to perform various drafting and detailing functions using MicroStation and AutoCAD software.
• Complete drafting assignments on Protection & Control, SCADA, communications drawings including but not limited to Single Line Diagrams, Schematics, SCADA and Communication drawings, Control Building Layouts and Elevations, Panel Front Views and Cabinet Layouts, Wiring Diagrams, Interconnection Drawings, AC/DC Station Service drawings and other miscellaneous drawings as required by project scope.
• Complete drafting assignments on Physical Electrical drawings including but not limited to General Arrangement, Electrical Plans, Electrical Elevations, Sections and Details, Foundation Plans and Details, Structural Details, Grounding Plan and Details, Raceway Plan and Details, Equipment Vendor Files and other drawings as required by project scope.
• Develop an understanding of how to implement new standard drawings related to all engineering disciplines as well as modifications to existing electric engineering drawings.
• Support remote office overflow CAD workload on an as-need and availability basis.
• Attend regular training sessions to refresh current skills, anchor new skills, and actively minimize error-related markups.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, Certificate of Training in technical drafting or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience developing drawings using AutoCAD.
• Ability to create and/or modify drawings from engineer-provided markups with a high level of attention to detail.

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Wage Data Per State Requirements

Salary range for this position is $55,000 - $83,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.