Engineering Support Specialist (AutoCAD)

Colorado Springs Utilities; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan (PERA)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Colorado Springs Utilities is seeking an Engineering Support Specialist to contribute to electric transmission, distribution and substation projects. You will provide AutoCAD-based engineering support, draft plans, and prepare schematics and installation drawings while coordinating with field teams and other departments.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience, an associate degree in engineering, and AutoCAD certification.

Qualifications

• Two or more years providing technical engineering support, preferably in electric utilities.
• Associate degree in Engineering or closely related field is required.
• AutoCAD training or certification is required.
• Knowledge of substation schematics and wiring diagrams is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support using AutoCAD for utility design projects.
• Draft, measure, revise plans and as-built drawings according to field mark-ups.
• Prepare schematics and wiring diagrams for substation projects.
• Create and distribute design packages and maintain design standards.
• Support QA/QC for consistency on designs and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and field teams on site.
• Visit project sites to develop solutions and corresponding designs.

Skills

AutoCAD

Engineering support

Substation knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Engineering Support Specialist (AutoCAD)

Our Substation and Transmission Engineering Support team is hiring an Engineering Support Specialist to contribute to multiple projects in supporting our electric transmission, distribution, and substations projects. If you are proficient with AutoCAD design and have experience supporting infrastructure projects related to utilities, manufacturing, or construction, we want to hear from you!

What Else Will You be Doing?

• Providing engineering support utilizing AutoCAD software for utility design projects
• Using drafting techniques and principles to draft, measure, draw, and revise plans, as-built and installation drawings according to field mark-ups while adhering to drafting standards
• Preparing schematics and wiring diagrams, and physical and mechanical layouts for substation projects
• Creating, preparing, and distributing design packages
• Assisting in developing and maintaining construction and design standards
• Providing support to substation engineers in the design and as-builting of protection and control drawings
• Ensuring as-builts and proper documentation of construction projects
• Reviewing and approving preliminary drawings and plans for compliance with engineering and design criteria
• Supporting engineers by communicating any work change directives with the project team
• Collaborating with Electrical Engineers, Designers, Substation Construction, Relay and Instrument Control, and additional internal and external departments
• Visiting project sites and work with field teams to develop solutions and corresponding designs
• Working with internal and external sources to get designs fabricated, reserve, or procure materials
• Supporting QA/QC for consistency on designs

Who You Are

• Demonstrated experience (typically two or more years) providing technical engineering support, preferably in the electric utility space (e.g., Substation, Transmission, Distribution)
• Associate's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), CAD/Design, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field from an accredited university is required
• Formal education, training, or certification with AutoCAD is required
• Knowledge of substation electric schematics and wiring diagrams is valued
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) effectively with a variety of groups with varying levels of engineering-related expertise, including field crews, engineers, vendors, consultants, and customers

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary work. Even though the weight lifted may be of only negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those is negligible. Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions and intense noises.

Our Commitment to Our Employees

Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Personal Leave –3 days per year
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans

Additional Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness