Substation CAD Designer – HV & Interconnections

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a collaborative Substation Designer (CAD Technician) to join our growing energy team.

You will prepare schematics and wiring diagrams for high voltage substations and renewable interconnections, coordinating with engineers to ensure accuracy and on-time delivery. The role requires at least 3 years of CAD experience, familiarity with AutoCAD, and an Associate degree in Design & Drafting Technology or related field.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Design & Drafting Technology or related field.
• Minimum of 3 yrs CAD experience; AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Experience drafting schematic and wiring diagrams for high voltage utility substations projects.

Responsibilities

• Computer aided design and drafting of all engineering products and deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers and other drafters to correct discrepancies in drawings and designs.
• Create functional electrical drawings: Single Line, Three Line, Current and Potential Schematics, Protection and Control Schematics, Communication Schematics, Alarm Schematics and Associated Wiring Diagrams.
• Import tables and BOM calculations; create notes for each drawing.
• Self-check work for accuracy before supervisor review and ensure alignment with project schedules and quality requirements.
• Assist in delivering complete projects through meetings, communications, and interdepartmental support.

Skills

CAD drafting

Detail oriented

Education

Associate degree in Design & Drafting Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a collaborative Substation Designer (CAD Technician) to join our growing energy team.

You will prepare schematics and wiring diagrams for high voltage substations and renewable interconnections, coordinating with engineers to ensure accuracy and on-time delivery. The role requires at least 3 years of CAD experience, familiarity with AutoCAD, and an Associate degree in Design & Drafting Technology or related field.