Substation Physical Drafter 2 - Grid

Sargent Lundy; Warrenville (IL); Hybrid; USD 46,989 - 67,566; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Life & Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sargent Lundy is hiring for a drafting role based in Warrenville, Illinois, offering a hybrid work schedule. Responsibilities include preparing design drawings in collaboration with designers and engineers while mastering advanced CAD tools like AutoCAD 3D and MicroStation. Candidates should have an Associates Degree in Drafting and demonstrate strong multi-tasking and visualization skills. The position comes with award-winning benefits, including healthcare, a 401(k), paid time off, and a compensation range of $46,989 - $67,566.

Qualifications

• An Associates Degree in Drafting or equivalent technical experience is required.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation needed.
• Ability to visualize Equipment Details and Clearances is important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design drawings based on design input in a team environment.
• Receive training in 3D design software environments.
• Gather information for design projects from client facilities.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of computer drafting tools (AutoCAD, MicroStation)

Ability to visualize Equipment Details

Ability to multi‑task from project to project

Ability to visualize parts in 3D

Education

Associates Degree in Drafting or equivalent technical experience

Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design

Tools

AutoCAD 3D

MicroStation

Job description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

Responsibilities include:

• Utilise and expand drafting skills in a multi‑disciplined team environment with designers and engineers in preparing design drawings based on design input.
• Apply computer‑aided drafting skills and receive hands‑on training in 3D design software environments such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation, plus training in Sargent & Lundy’s award‑winning industry‑recognized proprietary design databases.
• Create master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions.
• Accompany and assist experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for design projects.
• Interface with vendors and construction contractors, explaining drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Qualifications also include the following:

• An Associates Degree in Drafting or equivalent technical experience.
• Advanced knowledge of computer drafting tools (i.e. AutoCAD and/or MicroStation).
• Ability to visualize Equipment Details, Phase to Ground and Phase to Phase Clearances.
• Ability to multi‑task from project to project.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.

Valued Knowledge/Skills:

• An Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design.
• Familiarity with Bentley Substation Design.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
• Experience in Physical and P&C design work.
• Experience in 3D design work.

Award‑Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work‑life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award‑winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back‑Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work‑Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$46,989 - $67,566

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.