Substation CAD Intern — Summer 2027 (Remote/Hybrid)

Ulteig; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship & Training

Competitive Pay

401(K) eligibility

Volunteer hours & Sick time

Job summary

Ulteig is seeking CADD Technician Interns to join our Substation Department for Summer 2027. Build drafting skills, gain real-world experience, and support project success through high-quality construction drawings.

Work alongside engineers and CAD technicians to deliver drawings that meet project timelines and client requirements. You will gain hands-on experience in substation design, protection and control concepts, and layout design using AutoCAD, with mentorship from experienced

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or recently completed a two-year technical degree in Drafting, CAD Technology/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required; knowledge of MicroStation or Revit is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with redline/greenline drafting workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned engineering teams by providing technical drafting assistance for electrical substation projects
• Assist in the development of construction drawings for substation protection, control, and physical design
• Use AutoCAD to prepare plan sets, diagrams, and design documentation
• Collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to ensure quality and consistency in drawing packages
• Participate in the application of company standards and client requirements to project deliverables
• Learn to read and interpret electrical drawings, layouts, and design specifications
• Contribute to a team-oriented workflow and help meet project deadlines

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Two-year technical degree in Drafting/CAD/MECH ENG or related

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

Ulteig is seeking CADD Technician Interns to join our Substation Department for Summer 2027. Build drafting skills, gain real-world experience, and support project success through high-quality construction drawings.

Work alongside engineers and CAD technicians to deliver drawings that meet project timelines and client requirements. You will gain hands-on experience in substation design, protection and control concepts, and layout design using AutoCAD, with mentorship from experienced