Sr. Substation Drafter

GFT; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

GFT Power Group in St. Louis is looking for a Sr. Substation Drafter to support utility class electrical substation projects. This hybrid role requires collaboration with senior staff to develop design skills and prepare plans and details to support engineering activities.

The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, along with proficiency in CADD software and Microsoft Office. Comprehensive benefits include a competitive PTO accrue and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the substation or power industry.
• Demonstrated interest in engineering through coursework or internships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans and details to support engineering activities.
• Work with engineers to incorporate redline markups.
• Collaborate within a design group to complete projects.

Skills

Working knowledge of CADD software

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Sr. Substation Drafter – GFT Power Group, St. Louis, MO (Hybrid). This role supports utility class electrical substation projects ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV, collaborating with senior staff to learn and strengthen design skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans and details of limited complexity to support broader engineering activities.
• Prepare schematic and wiring layouts.
• Work with engineers to incorporate redline markups.
• Collaborate within a design group to complete projects.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in the substation or power industry.
• Demonstrated interest in substation or power engineering through coursework, internships, or prior work.
• Working knowledge of CADD software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation

$35.00 – $42.00 per hour, based on experience and location.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive PTO accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development opportunities and support for professional organization membership.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Employment Details

Location: St. Louis, MO
Core Business Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time

Legal Statements

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. GFT requires a criminal background check for all advertised positions. The company complies with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act for qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records.