Engineering Technician (Hybrid - La Crosse, WI)

Dairyland Power Cooperative; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 40,473 - 60,738; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & disability benefits

Life insurance

Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

New Flexible Work Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Dairyland Power Cooperative is seeking a CAD Drafter to support engineering by designing transmission lines, substation upgrades, and plant modifications. You will prepare CAD drawings, one-lines, schematics, and maps under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include developing material lists, maintaining records, and updating diagrams during construction and maintenance. Strong CAD and organizational skills are essential for accurate, timely deliverables.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in electrical, civil, structural, or mechanical drafting/design with four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of CAD drafting software and office tools; strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise electrical one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, civil drawings, site drawings, transmission maps, and other CAD drawings.
• Develop material lists, requisitions, track delivery dates, and maintain stocking levels.
• Provide drafting support during construction, maintenance and project closeout, including as‑built updates.
• Research archives and maintain accurate engineering records per procedures.
• Publish and update system operating diagrams and transmission maps regularly.

Skills

CAD drafting

Drafting standards

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate Degree in drafting/design

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Salary

Hiring Salary Range: $29.38 - $44.09. Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.

Purpose

Support Engineering by assisting with the design of new transmission lines, new substations, substation upgrades, transmission line rebuilds and plant modifications. Under minimal supervision, provide computer-aided drafting (CAD) services for power stations, substations, transmission lines, environmental projects and other Dairyland Power Cooperative departments. Develop, maintain and update Dairyland’s system operating diagrams and transmission system maps.

Essential Job Functions

• Support engineering staff in preparing, updating and maintaining documents for transmission line, substation, and generation projects.
• Create and revise electrical one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, civil drawings, site drawings, transmission maps, and other CAD drawings.
• Develop material lists, prepare requisitions, track delivery dates, and help maintain appropriate stocking levels.
• Assist with engineering standards, processes, procedures, maintenance plans and asset records.
• Provide engineering and drafting support during construction, maintenance and project closeout, including as‑built drawing updates.
• Research drawing archives and maintain accurate engineering records in accordance with Dairyland Power Cooperative’s records management procedures.
• Maintain and publish system operating diagrams and transmission system maps on routine schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience: Associate Degree in electrical, civil, structural, or mechanical drafting/design with four (4) years of relevant experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, civil, or structural systems and their components is required. AutoCAD experience required. Maintenance, operational or engineering experience in power delivery, power generation, or similar industrial facility is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), raster editing programs, personal computer, and Microsoft Office suite of programs. Good communication skills both verbally and written. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi‑task multiple task assignments.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand/sit; walk; use hands/fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally may be required to lift up to 40 pounds.

Dairyland Benefits

• Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)
• Life insurance
• Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Robust Wellness Program
• New Flexible Work Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.