Transmission Line CAD Designer – 3D High-Voltage Projects

Quanta-Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Quanta Services' QISG division is looking for a Designer - Transmission Line to contribute to high-voltage transmission projects. The role encompasses routine design work, use of 3D CAD software, and adherence to quality standards across multiple projects.

Reporting to a Lead Designer, you will support transmission line design efforts, collaborate with engineering teams, and travel as required. A background in CAD/design and 5+ years in electric utility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design is preferred.
• Experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage transmission line projects.
• Experience with 3D design software (AutoCad Inventor, SDS, etc.) is preferred.
• Word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail software.
• Extensive knowledge of various CADD programs
• Basic knowledge of the major components of transmission lines
• Basic oral and written communications
• Working in a team environment
• Communicating effectively with co-workers
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on design aspects from project inception to completion on various transmission line projects.
• Utilize 3D design software for transmission line design.
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material.
• Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements.
• Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD design

3D design

AutoCAD Inventor

Transmission design

Team collaboration

Communication

5+ years

Education

Associate degree in Drafting & Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor SDS

CADD programs

Job description

Quanta Services' QISG division is looking for a Designer - Transmission Line to contribute to high-voltage transmission projects. The role encompasses routine design work, use of 3D CAD software, and adherence to quality standards across multiple projects.

Reporting to a Lead Designer, you will support transmission line design efforts, collaborate with engineering teams, and travel as required. A background in CAD/design and 5+ years in electric utility is preferred.