Electrical Drafting Technician: 3D CAD for Substations

National Grid; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 66,868 - 90,441; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Tuition assistance

Job summary

National Grid is seeking a Drafting Technician B-Electrical for Syracuse, NY. The role drafts and details electrical plans under supervision, updating substation drawings and maintaining CAD models. Starting wage is $37.81 per hour with strong benefits.

You will prepare diagrams and maps, develop simple drawings from existing data, support design standards, and assist in field data collection while collaborating with team members and other departments.

Qualifications

• AAS Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to draft and interpret technical drawings.
• Good communication and teamwork; pass aptitude test; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare finished drawings including diagrams, maps and records.
• Assist in creating and maintaining 3D CAD models of substation equipment.
• Develop simple drawings from complete information assembled from various sources.
• Assist in updating design standards and drafting procedures.
• Test and improve drafting software/hardware to increase productivity.
• Occasionally take field measurements and other data.

Skills

Drafting

3D CAD

Teamwork

Communication

Aptitude test

Education

AAS Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

National Grid is seeking a Drafting Technician B-Electrical for Syracuse, NY. The role drafts and details electrical plans under supervision, updating substation drawings and maintaining CAD models. Starting wage is $37.81 per hour with strong benefits.

You will prepare diagrams and maps, develop simple drawings from existing data, support design standards, and assist in field data collection while collaborating with team members and other departments.