Electrical CAD Designer/Drafter

Description

Electrical CAD Designer/Drafter

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) is looking for an Electrical CAD Designer/Drafter

About Us
Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) brings over 100 years of expertise to deliver top-notch engineering, design, planning, and testing services for transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.
An Asplundh Company
As part of the Asplundh family, AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end-to-end services, from design to construction, testing, and maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.
Our Commitment
At AES, we believe in tackling challenges together with our customers, leveraging our collective experience and resources to achieve success in every project.

Job Summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) is seeking a full-time Designer/Drafter for our Lewiston, ME office. Flexibility is available for a hybrid work environment (Fully remote options can be considered for well-qualified candidates, however those within commutable distance of the office are preferred).

Job Description:

• Perform Computer Aided Drafting and/or Design
• Assist with Computer-Aided Drafting Quality Control
• Create, edit and design electrical, structural and/or control drawings using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation software to include, but not limited to One-Line diagrams, Three-Line Diagrams, Logic Diagrams, Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Panel Front Views, Control House layouts, as well as physical and civil yard layout drawings.
• Learn internal company and external client drafting standards, practices, and procedures to ensure that work produced conforms to the client's standards and expectations
• Coordinate and assist Engineers with plans & specifications development, collaborate on design issues, incorporate concepts and information into CAD drawing packages for utility power delivery projects.
• Assist Project Managers and Engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Attend job meetings & coordinate activities as required
• Attend training as requested to further enhance your duties
• Complete and submit weekly paperwork

Requirements:

Required Education/Experience

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship
• Associate's/technical degree in an accredited drafting program, Computer Aided Architectural Drafting and Design program, technical school in Electrical Engineering or sufficient industry experience
• (Or) 3 year drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, preferably in an engineering work environment
• Must have working knowledge of CAD standards and drafting best practices and methods
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with other team members

Desired Education/Experience

• 5 years drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, preferably in utility infrastructure or substation design
• Experience with CAD image integration such as Autodesk Raster Design and/or Bentley Descartes
• Construction or Utility experience - interpreting utility and/or substation electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, and/or substation physical/civil drawings
• Experience working with scaled drawings
• Working knowledge of survey coordinate systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with BlueBeam Revu (or alternative PDF editor software)
• Experience with ProjectWise File Management System
• Reliable, detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of assigned tasks
• Familiarization of basic engineering principles and practical design solutions
• Ability to produce accurate work with attention to detail
• Self-starter who can work with little or no supervision, strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn and adapt quickly

License & Certifications:

• Driver License preferred, but not required.

Pre-Screen:

• Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that provides a foundation of support for the health, safety, and security of you and your family. We are proud to extend a broad selection of benefits to meet your needs—and medical, dental, and vision benefits start on the first day of employment.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note:

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.