Senior Substation Civil/Structural Drafter — Hybrid

GFT; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package (well‑n

401(k)

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Drafter - Substation to join our expanding Power Group. This hybrid role is based in Charlotte, NC, with remote consideration for qualified candidates.

You will support electric utility and substation projects, developing concrete and steel detailing, site and civil drawings, and BOMs. You will review junior drafts and ensure adherence to client drafting standards while collaborating with engineers to deliver reliable energy infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of drafting experience in civil/structural projects.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and related drafting standards.
• Ability to meet project schedules and budgets.
• MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide drafting support to civil/structural engineers and senior drafters/designers.
• Develop structural concrete and steel detail and fabrication drawings.
• Develop site/civil drawings including grading and drainage plans.
• Develop foundation reinforcement and modification details.
• Develop bill of materials for civil and structural items.
• Review CADD work by junior drafting staff.
• Attention to detail and ability to learn and implement client drafting standards.

Skills

Drafting experience

Structural detailing

Concrete foundations

Site plans

Erosion & sediment control

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

3D Modeling

Microsoft Office

Job description

GFT is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Drafter - Substation to join our expanding Power Group. This hybrid role is based in Charlotte, NC, with remote consideration for qualified candidates.

You will support electric utility and substation projects, developing concrete and steel detailing, site and civil drawings, and BOMs. You will review junior drafts and ensure adherence to client drafting standards while collaborating with engineers to deliver reliable energy infrastructure.