Substation CAD Technician — Power Grid Design

HDR, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Substation CAD Technician to prepare engineering drawings using CAD software, coordinate with engineers and other disciplines, and develop design drawings including one-line diagrams and BOMs under supervision.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years CAD experience or a technical degree, and proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, MicroStation, and Revit, plus 3D coordination tools, MS Office, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience
• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Experience with 3D Coordination tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
• Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering drawings using CAD software, including One Line Diagrams, General Arrangements Sections, Grounding & Conduit Plans, Foundation Plans, Material Lists (BOM), Relay and Control Systems Schematics and Wiring Diagrams
• Coordinate with engineers and designers of other disciplines throughout the project
• Perform Redline corrections and develop design drawings from initial sketches
• Perform discipline specific drafting assignments under supervision
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

3D design concepts

Education

Technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Plant 3D

MicroStation

Revit

3D coordination tools

MS Office

Job description

HDR, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Substation CAD Technician to prepare engineering drawings using CAD software, coordinate with engineers and other disciplines, and develop design drawings including one-line diagrams and BOMs under supervision.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years CAD experience or a technical degree, and proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, MicroStation, and Revit, plus 3D coordination tools, MS Office, and strong communication skills.