Power Delivery CAD Technician: Substation Drawings

HDR, Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR Michigan, Inc. is looking for a CADD Technician to enhance their Power Delivery team. This role involves drafting and modifying electric substation and distribution drawings using CAD software.

Candidates should have a relevant Associate degree or equivalent experience, and familiarity with CAD software is essential. The position requires attention to detail and an active commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• One year or more experience in an A/E firm or Utility company.
• Knowledge of engineering or architectural concepts.
• Commitment to an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform discipline specific drafting assignments.
• Prepare drawings and graphic representations of designs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Standard CAD Software (AutoCAD, MicroStation)

Microsoft Office Suite

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate or technical school degree

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

HDR Michigan, Inc. is seeking a CADD Technician to join our growing, nationally ranked Power Delivery team. Building on your established expertise in drafting and design, you will step into a role responsible for creating and/or modifying electric substation drawings, distribution drawings, and transmission line drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform discipline specific drafting assignments requiring application of standardized drawing techniques, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Prepare drawings, layouts, sketches, maps and graphic representations of engineering designs using computer-aided design software
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• One year or more experience working for an A/E firm or Utility company performing tasks aligned with the responsibilities above.

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Required Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience
• Knowledge of standard CAD Software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts, workflows and deliverables
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Other Locations

Industry

: Power

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Substation Engineering

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Sep 2, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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