Electrical CAD Technician (Substation Group)

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Fund

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC seeks an Electrical CAD Technician (Substation Group) in Fort Worth to prepare, update, and revise 2D electrical drawings and 3D models. You will work from engineering markups, reference CAD files, and manufacturer cut sheets provided by engineers, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role focuses on drafting, coordinating with engineers, and maintaining discipline-specific standards for project startup and delivery.

Qualifications

• Proficient in CAD drafting and drawing production.
• Experience with 2D drawings and 3D models in a structured workflow.
• Familiarity with engineering redlines and markups.

Responsibilities

• Revise and create non-routine drawings, layouts, and details from sketches and notes.
• Develop 3D parts and equipment models in Inventor from cut sheets or reference files.
• Modify electrical layouts, schematics, and wiring drawings from markups and reference packages.
• Set up discipline-specific drawings, sheet sets, borders, and templates at project startup.
• Adhere to company and client drafting standards and layering conventions.
• Check work for technical accuracy before submitting to the design originator.

Skills

AutoCAD 2D

AutoCAD Inventor 3D

AutoCAD Electrical

Bentley MicroStation

CAD drafting

Education

Associate degree in CAD/drafting or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Bentley MicroStation

Job description

Electrical CAD Technician (Substation Group) - Ft. Worth

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract


• Contract Duration: 12 months


• Pay Rate: $23.00–$29.00 / Hour (USD)


• Work Authorization: Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Job Summary

This is an intermediate production role for individuals with solid CAD skills who are expanding into non-routine drafting assignments. The role is primarily responsible for preparing, updating, and revising 2D electrical drawings and 3D models by picking up redlines, engineering markups, reference CAD files, and manufacturer cut sheets provided by engineers.

Key Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Revise and create non-routine drawings, layouts, and details based on sketches, engineering notes, markups, or verbal guidance.


• Develop 3D parts and equipment models in AutoCAD Inventor from dimensions and details provided in cut sheets or reference files.


• Modify electrical layouts, schematics, and wiring drawings from supplied engineering markups and reference packages.


• Set up discipline‑specific drawings, sheet sets, borders, and templates at project startup.


• Apply and adhere to company and client drafting standards and layering conventions.


• Check completed work for technical accuracy, completeness, and conformance to project requirements before submitting to the design originator.

Authority and Accountability

• Receive general instructions, requirements, and advice from a supervisor or project engineer.


• Consult directly with the design originator to clarify layout information and resolve markup discrepancies.


• Completed work is reviewed and checked for technical accuracy and project requirements.


• May give basic drafting guidance and support to entry-level drafting personnel.

Required Skills

CAD Drafting Capabilities

• Proficient in AutoCAD (2D) and AutoCAD Inventor (3D).


• Capable of working in other software packages when necessary (such as AutoCAD Electrical, Bentley MicroStation).


• Routinely uses higher-level commands, time-saving programs, shortcuts, and routines to maintain efficient production.

Discipline Knowledge

• Proficient in drafting theory and principles.


• Capable of reading and interpreting engineering redlines, drawing layouts, and vendor cut sheets (discipline‑specific design experience is not required).


• Shows interest and ability to support project production needs.


• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member within the electrical discipline.

Education Requirements

• Minimum Associate degree in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), drafting technology, or a related technical field required.

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of related drafting experience required.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans


• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This infrastructure engineering firm has been designing and building essential infrastructure since 1898, operating across energy, aviation, water, telecommunications, transportation, and healthcare sectors. The 100% employee‑owned organization spans 75+ offices across the country and world, employs more than 14,500 employee-owners generating over $7.4 billion in annual revenue, and consistently earns recognition as a top workplace — including a 4.2-star Glassdoor rating across more than 1,800 reviews, with 87% of employees recommending it. Teams here include civil and structural engineers, architects, environmental scientists, construction managers, program management professionals, and technical drafting personnel who collaborate on complex, consequential projects ranging from major airport expansions to large-scale energy infrastructure.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-13477 Industry: Engineering

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