Electrical CAD Drafter — Distribution Systems

Leidos; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a CAD Drafter in Framingham, MA to develop and revise drafting packages for electric distribution systems. You will create single line diagrams, schematics and physical electrical drawings, and support cross-office CAD production to meet project deadlines.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with 2+ years of drafting experience and proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation, plus strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of drafting principles, techniques and procedures.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Ability to create and/or modify drawings from engineer-provided markups with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Windows operating system environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong professional verbal and written communication skills within a team environment.
• Highly organized and efficient.
• Ability to perform tasks in a fast paced engineering/production environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise detailed drafting packages for Protection & Control, SCADA, and Communications systems, including single line diagrams, schematics, control building layouts and elevations, panel and cabinet layouts, wiring and interconnection diagrams, AC/DC station service drawings, and other project-specific deliverables.
• Produce and update Physical Electrical drawings, including general arrangements, electrical plans/elevations/sections, foundation and structural details, grounding and raceway plans, and incorporation of equipment vendor files in accordance with project scope.
• Provide cross-office CAD production support as needed, coordinating with CAD leads across Leidos offices to manage workload demands while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.

Skills

Drafting principles

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organized

Team-oriented

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leidos is seeking a CAD Drafter in Framingham, MA to develop and revise drafting packages for electric distribution systems. You will create single line diagrams, schematics and physical electrical drawings, and support cross-office CAD production to meet project deadlines.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with 2+ years of drafting experience and proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation, plus strong communication and organizational skills.