Substation CAD Operator

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Assistant Substation CAD Operator 3 in Pittsburgh, PA, to support its substation projects. The ideal candidate will perform CAD work and assist with various projects under engineering supervision, requiring 3+ years of experience and an associate degree. This role offers a hybrid or fully remote work option, providing competitive salary and benefits including medical, vision, dental, and generous paid time off. Join a collaborative team that prioritizes employee advancement and support.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in CAD operations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Open, revise, plot, and save CAD files.
• Compile and verify project document packages.
• Assist in skill development of CAD technicians.

Skills

Knowledge of CAD software

Effective communication

Project management skills

Ability to learn multiple software platforms

Education

Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

GAI Consultants is seeking an Assistant Substation CAD Operator 3 to support Substation projects. This position requires working with engineering and other technical subject matter experts in all aspects of electrical substation and protections & controls design services. The successful candidate will perform CAD work of red-lined engineering markups for various substations and/or protection and control engineering projects as well as project support working under engineering supervision. Thrive in GAI’s corporate culture that empowers employee advancement with support for career and professional development and engages with staff to build mutual trust and respect and consideration for diverse perspectives, people, experiences, and ideas. The successful candidate will have the ability to work at a GAI office, hybrid or fully remote.

Job Duties:

• Opening, revising, plotting, and saving of drawing CAD files.
• Assist in compiling, collating, assembling, and verifying completeness of drawing and project document packages.
• Knowledge of plot profiles and user profiles in CAD package.
• Assist CAD technicians and CAD operators in the development of their skills as required.
• Ability to learn multiple software platforms including, but not limited to, AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Attend project-specific meetings as required.
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and unexpected developments.
• Ability to work extended hours or after hours when required.
• Learning and helping to find ways to improve GAI Engineering CAD Standards.
• Effective communication with the project team

General Characteristics

• Accountable for budget, scope, and deadlines. Begins to demonstrate advanced knowledge of CAD skills. Focuses on quality. Begins to perform self-reviews of work. Corrects errors before submitting work to others for review

Minimum Years of Experience

• 3+ Years of Experience

Education

• Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School or equivalent experience

Technical Responsibilities

• Clear understanding of geospacial relationships. Perform general review of project work. Advanced knowledge of aspects of corporate and group standards

Project and Task Management

• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope

Management Responsibility

• Provides minimal oversight and begins to provide mentoring to lower-level CAD Operators
• Given general instructions and performs work independently with minimal supervision

Communication Skills

• Possess very good oral and written communication skills. Interacts effectively with other staff. Able to coach and mentor lower-level CAD staff as required to facilitate projects

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays