Electrical Drafter/Designer

Timmons Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Drafter to join their Renewables Department. This exciting role involves working on innovative power generation and renewable energy projects, including solar farms and battery storage. You will assist with drafting tasks, develop proficiency in CAD software, and collaborate with a dynamic team to overcome design challenges. If you are detail-oriented, self-motivated, and eager to contribute to sustainable energy solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company recognized as one of the Best Firms to Work For and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in drafting or related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software and knowledge of electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting for renewable projects including layouts and schematics.
• Collaborate with team to resolve design challenges.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate’s Degree in Drafting

Technical Certification in Drafting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Autodesk Raster Design

Bentley Descartes

Job description

Job Description

Timmons Group is currently seeking an Electrical Drafter to join the Renewables Department of our Electrical Design Group located in our Charlotte, NC office location. This group focuses on power generation and renewable energy projects around the country including solar farms and battery storage projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

1. Assist with drafting and design tasks for renewable projects, including physical and civil layout drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
2. Develop proficiency in CAD software while adhering to client standards, practices, and procedures to ensure compliance with project expectations.
3. Learn and apply standards, procedures, and processes in project execution.
4. Collaborate with team members to resolve design challenges and seek guidance from experienced professionals.
5. Demonstrate initiative and attention to detail in assigned tasks.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

1. Associate’s degree or technical certification in drafting, or equivalent industry experience.
2. Ideal candidates will have two (2) or more years of professional experience.
3. Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, ideally in an engineering environment.
4. Knowledge of substation electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and/or substation physical/civil drawings.
5. Experience using Autodesk Raster Design and Bentley Descartes.
6. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
7. Strong mathematical skills and experience working with scaled drawings.
8. Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and accountable for assigned responsibilities.
9. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
10. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.

Additional Information:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission, and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With over 15 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.