Engineering Drafter – Detailed Engineering

Electric Power Engineers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance

Flexible hybrid work environment

Opportunity to work on automation solutions

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers is looking for an Engineering Drafter based in Austin, Texas. In this role, you will produce and coordinate detailed engineering CAD deliverables for electrical infrastructure projects such as generation plants and substations.

Your responsibilities include developing engineering drawings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field and proficiency in AutoCAD are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with generation systems are necessary.
• Advanced English proficiency needed for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering drawings for electrical generation facilities.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure accurate and compliant drawings.
• Support design from conceptual through to construction phases.
• Interface with various engineering disciplines to resolve conflicts.
• Maintain documentation in alignment with project schedules.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Familiarity with electrical generation systems

Advanced proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Drafting & Design, or a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Document management platforms (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, SharePoint)

Job description

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

Join our innovative team as an Engineering Drafter, where you will play a key role in producing and coordinating detailed engineering CAD deliverables for electrical infrastructure projects, including but not limited to generation plants and substations. This position is based in Panama and involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams and construction stakeholders to deliver accurate, code-compliant, and construction-ready engineering packages.

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact:

• Detailed Engineering Drafting: Develop and review detailed engineering drawings and documentation for electrical generation facilities, including site plans, single-line diagrams (SLDs), three-line diagrams, electrical details, electrical notes, schematics, panel views, cable and conduit schedules, equipment layouts, and grounding plans using AutoCAD and/or CAD-based design platforms.
• Design Coordination: Collaborate with lead engineers, project managers, and discipline leads to ensure drawing packages are technically accurate, internally consistent, and aligned with applicable standards (IEEE, NEC, IEC) and client specifications.
• Project Support: Support engineering design from conceptual through IFC (Issued for Construction) phases, incorporating review comments, RFI responses, and field markups into drawing revisions.
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Interface with civil/structural, mechanical, and protection & controls disciplines to resolve design conflicts and ensure coordination across drawing sets.
• Documentation & Document Control: Maintain drawing registers, revision logs, and deliverable trackers in alignment with project schedules and document control protocols.

Performance Criteria:

• Timely and accurate production of detailed engineering drawing packages across all project phases.
• Effective incorporation of review comments and field feedback into drawing revisions.
• Consistent coordination across disciplines and clear communication with project teams.
• Adherence to applicable engineering standards, client specifications, and internal QA/QC procedures.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Drafting & Design, or a related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (or equivalent CAD platform).
• Familiarity with electrical generation systems and standard drawing types (SLDs, schematics, layouts).
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to utility‑scale generation technologies: solar PV, BESS, wind, or conventional generation.
• Familiarity with utility and interconnection drawing requirements (e.g., POI packages, protection & metering one-lines).
• Experience with document management platforms (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, SharePoint).
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and IEC standards applicable to electrical generation facilities.
• Basic understanding of structural and civil concepts related to electrical design.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation.

Benefits

How we support you:

• Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance: 100% premium coverage for employees, with partial coverage available for eligible dependents.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge automation solutions for the power industry.
• Collaborate with a team of experts in software engineering, renewable energy, and grid technologies.
• Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth and innovation.
• EPE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce.

Location: This position will be remote in Canada

Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster

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