Substation Drafter

Actalent; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Bonus potential

Retirement matching

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Substation Drafter to create and maintain CAD drawings for substation projects. You will apply CAD standards, collaborate with engineers and designers, and ensure drawings are accurate and well-organized.

The role emphasizes precision drafting, use of AutoCAD/MicroStation, and opportunities to grow in a dynamic engineering environment at Actalent.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of drafting or CAD experience in substation design or related work.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation for creating and modifying design drawings.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to work accurately on complex drawings.
• Self-motivated and able to work as a team player in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and modify CAD drawings for substation projects using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Apply CAD standards consistently in drawings.
• Collaborate with designers, engineers, and drafters to support deliverables.
• Coordinate filing, storage, and retrieval of drawings and documents.
• Produce clear, error-free design drawings with precision.

Skills

CAD drafting

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Detail oriented

Team player

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat

Learning new tools

Education

Associate’s degree in Drafting/Design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Civil 3D

Inventor

SDS (Substation Design Suite)

Job description

Job Title: Substation Drafter

Job Description

The Substation Drafter creates, edits, and maintains detailed CAD drawings that support substation physical design projects. This role applies established CAD standards and procedures, collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team, and ensures drawings are accurate, well-organized, and compliant with industry practices. The position offers strong growth potential, exposure to modern design tools, and the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, collaborative drafting and design environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and modify detailed CAD drawings for substation projects using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Apply established CAD standards, practices, and procedures consistently when creating and updating drawings.
• Collaborate in a team environment with designers, engineers, and other drafters to support substation design deliverables.
• Coordinate the filing, storage, and retrieval of drawings and related documents to maintain organized project records.
• Work with a high level of precision and accuracy to produce clear, error‑free design drawings.
• Plot, print, and check drawings for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to project requirements.
• Use basic mathematical skills and analytical abilities to interpret design information and apply it correctly in drawings.
• Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat/Bluebeam to support documentation and project communication.
• Participate actively in learning new tools and methods to improve drafting quality and efficiency.
• Take on additional drafting and project support duties as assigned to meet team and project needs.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of drafting or CAD experience in substation design or closely related design work.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation for creating and modifying design drawings.
• Basic mathematical skills and analytical abilities to support accurate drafting and design work.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately and thoroughly on complex drawings.
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to manage tasks and follow through on responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a collaborative environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience using Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam for viewing, marking up, and managing drawings and documents.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and grow in drafting, CAD tools, and substation design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Drafting and Design, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3D modeling experience using tools such as Revit, Civil 3D, or Inventor.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor and other Autodesk tools.
• Experience with MicroStation, Revit, Civil 3D, or similar CAD platforms.
• Substation physical design experience.
• Experience with SDS (Substation Design Suite).
• General drafting and CAD experience, including blueprint reading and interpretation.
• Good knowledge of industry and technology trends specific to substations.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code.
• Ability to adapt to evolving CAD standards and design practices in the power and utility sector.

Work Environment

This is an in‑office position working as part of a drafting and design team of more than 15 professionals located across offices in Lansdale, PA and Lake Mary, FL. The role involves daily use of CAD software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and potentially 3D modeling tools like Revit, Civil 3D, and Inventor, as well as productivity tools including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam. The team environment is described as vibrant and highly collaborative, with a strong culture that supports learning, professional growth, and knowledge sharing. Employees have access to benefits such as health care, dental coverage, and a 401(k) plan, and once permanent may be eligible for a bonus structure, profit sharing, and retirement match. The work focuses on precision drafting in a professional office setting where accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement are emphasized.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansdale, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lansdale,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.