Hybrid CAD Designer – Substation & HV Projects

Jacobs; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 104,560,000 - 137,312,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced CAD Designer to support high‑voltage transmission and distribution substation projects. You will lead CAD environments, set standards, and collaborate with global engineering teams to deliver high‑quality design deliverables from concept through construction.

The role requires 5+ years of drafting experience for electrical utilities, proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and familiarity with Plant 3D, Revit, and ProjectWise.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting or Engineering Technology.
• 5+ years drafting and design experience for electrical utility or substation projects.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.
• Experience with Plant 3D, Revit or other 3D Modeling Software.
• Experience developing physical substation design drawings for transmission and distribution.
• Strong understanding of substation layouts, grounding, conduits, cable routing, and equipment arrangements.
• Experience using ProjectWise and Autodesk Forma for document management and collaboration.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish CAD project environments, manage reference files, coordinate data sources, and maintain drawing standards.
• Provide CAD leadership and technical guidance to project teams and junior drafters/designers.
• Work with diverse teams to meet client needs and deliver bold solutions.
• Collaborate with Global Integrated Delivery teams to maximize design, digital technology, and support capabilities.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Plant 3D

Revit

ProjectWise

Autodesk Forma

Bluebeam

Microsoft Teams

Substation design

Cable routing

OpenBuildings

Bentley MicroStation

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

OpenBuildings

Autodesk Forma

ProjectWise

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced CAD Designer to support high‑voltage transmission and distribution substation projects. You will lead CAD environments, set standards, and collaborate with global engineering teams to deliver high‑quality design deliverables from concept through construction.

The role requires 5+ years of drafting experience for electrical utilities, proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and familiarity with Plant 3D, Revit, and ProjectWise.