Engineering Drafter- Driving Required - 1 yr contract role Austin, TX - on site only $26-28/hr

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company; Austin (TX); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life & Disability Insurance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit & weekly e-payroll

Résumé du poste

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann Company, is hiring an Entry-Level Drafter / Engineering Support in the United States. The role focuses on drafting and foundational engineering support under supervision, with primary duties including field observations, updating as‑built drawings, and interpreting technical documents.

The position requires strong REVIT skills and a valid driver’s license, and is contract-based at a client site.

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience interpreting technical drawings/documents and performing technical analysis or CAD drafting.
• A degree in computer-aided design or a related field may substitute for equivalent experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required for travel to various company locations.

Responsabilités

• Perform field observations as assigned.
• Prepare and update as‑built drawings based on field edits.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, construction drawings, and other technical documentation.
• Use computer‑aided design (CAD) software to prepare detailed engineering drawings, maps, and graphs from provided materials, including previous drawings, sketches, layouts, and standard references.
• Clearly document revisions and file drawings according to standard procedures.
• Assist in drafting solicitation documents using established procedures, formats, and templates to support procurement and contract activities.
• Support field and office research related to field measurements, historical engineering drawings, equipment databases, microfilm, inventory records, EDMS records, and other technical documentation.
• Contribute to the design of equipment and layouts and support development of equipment ratings and facility statistics.
• Prepare basic specifications, materials lists, and FCU lists.
• Assist with creating work orders and requisition entries.
• Perform data entry in the departmental engineering database.
• Prepare basic reports related to projects, work plans, equipment, assets, and budgets; assist with more complex reporting as needed.
• Operate plotters, printers, copiers, and scanners.
• Collect engineering information by traveling independently to various company locations (such as substations, facilities, or plants).

Connaissances

REVIT

CAD drafting

Technical drawings

Formation

CAD-related degree

Outils

CAD software

Description du poste

Monday through Friday

8 am to 5 pm

$27/hr

Benefits Offered including health insurance

Contract role through Yoh Services at a client site

This job requires strong REVIT skills.

Must have a valid driver's license.

Background check required

Job Description: Entry-Level Drafter / Engineering Support

General Overview

The Entry-Level Drafter performs drafting and basic engineering support activities under close supervision. This position develops foundational competencies through structured work assignments and receives instruction, guidance, and direction from supervisors, managers, and experienced colleagues.

The role may focus on drafting, engineering support, or a combination of both.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform field observations as assigned.
• Prepare and update as‑built drawings based on field edits.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, construction drawings, and other technical documentation.
• Use computer‑aided design (CAD) software to prepare detailed engineering drawings, maps, and graphs from provided materials, including previous drawings, sketches, layouts, and standard references.
• Clearly document revisions and file drawings according to standard procedures.
• Assist in drafting solicitation documents using established procedures, formats, and templates to support procurement and contract activities.
• Support field and office research related to:
  • Field measurements
  • Historical engineering drawings
  • Equipment databases
  • Microfilm
  • Inventory records
  • Electronic document management system (EDMS) records
  • Other technical documentation
• Contribute to the design of equipment and layouts and support development of equipment ratings and facility statistics.
• Prepare basic specifications, materials lists, and fixed capital unit (FCU) lists.
• Assist with creating work orders and requisition entries.
• Perform data entry in the departmental engineering database.
• Prepare basic reports related to projects, work plans, equipment, assets, and budgets; assist with more complex reporting as needed.
• Operate office and drafting equipment such as plotters, printers, copiers, and scanners.
• Collect engineering information by traveling independently to various company locations (such as substations, facilities, or plants).

The responsibilities above represent essential job functions but are not an exhaustive list. Employees may be required to perform additional job‑related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• One or more years of experience interpreting technical drawings/documents and performing technical analysis or CAD drafting.
• A degree in computer‑aided design or a related field may substitute for equivalent experience, per company guidelines.
• A valid driver’s license is required for travel to various company locations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of general engineering principles.
• Knowledge of CAD principles, standards, and techniques.
• Knowledge of electronic document management systems (EDMS).
• Knowledge of work management systems.
• Basic proficiency in CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams, prints, and technical information.
• Basic proficiency in office productivity software (email, word processing, spreadsheets).
• Skill in analyzing and solving technical problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate plotters, printers, copiers, and scanners.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Work Environment

• Work may be performed in an office, industrial setting, electrical substation, or plant environment.
• Exposure to noise may occur.
• Outdoor work may involve exposure to various or extreme weather conditions.

Physical Demands

• Frequent finger/hand manipulation when using a keyboard and mouse.
• Occasional climbing, crawling, crouching, or other non‑sitting positions for field duties (less than 20% of the time).
• Occasional standing or walking during field work (less than 20% of the time).

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly e-payroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Estimated Min Rate: $18.20

Estimated Max Rate: $26.00

What’s In It for You?

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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