Entry-Level Electrical Drafter: Substations & T&D CAD

Saber Power, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Saber Power Services seeks an Electrical Drafter I to join our Houston design team. In this entry-level role, you will prepare accurate technical drawings and schematics for electrical and civil disciplines, focusing on substations and T&D design using AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, or Civil 3D.

You will develop detailed drawings, 3-D models, and construction documentation, and collaborate with engineers, drafters, and project managers across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting or related field.
• Internship or prior experience in electrical utility, substation, or structural design preferred.
• Familiarity with NEC and NESC is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD Electrical, Civil 3D, or MicroStation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create structural and electrical layout drawings for substations and T&D infrastructure.
• Assist in preparing and revising CAD drawings including one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, control schematics, substation layout and grounding plans, conduit and cable routing, equipment and structure arrangements.
• Plan and profile drawings for overhead and underground lines.
• Pole and tower structure layouts.
• Route maps and right-of-way drawings.
• Use CAD software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, or Civil 3D to produce/update drawings.
• Panel schedules, wiring diagrams, and circuit layouts.
• Foundation and structural framing drawings for substation structures.
• Site grading, fencing, and grounding grid plans.
• Interpret engineering notes, redlines, and specifications to create accurate technical drawings.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes and standards, including NEC, NESC, IEEE, and company drafting procedures.
• Revise drawings based on markups from engineers, QA/QC feedback, and as-built updates.
• Organize and maintain drawing files, version control, and documentation using standard naming conventions.
• Collaborate with drafters, engineers, and project managers across multiple disciplines (electrical, civil, structural).
• Perform other duties as requested by management or senior staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Civil 3D

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Saber Power Services seeks an Electrical Drafter I to join our Houston design team. In this entry-level role, you will prepare accurate technical drawings and schematics for electrical and civil disciplines, focusing on substations and T&D design using AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, or Civil 3D.

You will develop detailed drawings, 3-D models, and construction documentation, and collaborate with engineers, drafters, and project managers across disciplines.