CAD Drafter I thru CAD Drafter Sr

Salary: $50,599 - $83,333

Close Date: 03/26/2025, 3pm CST

Relocation: No

CAD Drafter I

Summary

This position is accountable for preparing complex drawings for electrical, mechanical, civil or structural engineering or construction projects, from preliminary layouts, notes, diagrams, verbal instructions and/or other data. The incumbent also supports the Transmission Engineering Services Department objectives of meeting the needs of a diverse clientele group.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Directly or through others, the incumbent will:

• Provide timely creation of engineering drawings required to implement engineering designs.
• Use Computer Aided Design & Drafting (CADD) tools including MICROSTATION, Raster-IRASB/Descartes, PROJECTWISE, IPLOT, PLS CADD, and other software developed or acquired to automate the drawing creation process.
• Prepare electrical schematic and wiring diagrams and electrical physical drawings.
• Prepare structural plans, details and shop drawings as needed to support structural design.
• Prepare mechanical or electromechanical equipment drawings with geometric dimensioning as defined by ANSI.
• Convert existing drawings to electronic format by efficient use of scanning and hybrid raster/vector technology.
• Update engineering drawings of record as defined by project, construction, or engineers to reflect as-built status.
• Support the drawing and drawing project control functions as needed.
• Work with plan and profile drawings, relief maps, and other civil drawings.
• Complete special projects as assigned
• Have thorough knowledge of and follow Safety practices and policies
• Have thorough knowledge of and follow Oncor’s Code of Conduct
• Effectively interface with Oncor employees on a project basis
• Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.
  
  

Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• Associate Degree in CADD operations or 1-2 years experience in drafting with operating knowledge of hybrid vector/raster CADD software and scanning tools.
• Experience in Transmission related drafting is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage assignments under time constraints.
• Demonstrated flexibility to adjust to changes in direction and priorities.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with all levels of employees, including management.
• Ability to work discretely with highly confidential information.
• Dependable, trustworthy and responsible.
  
  

CAD Drafter II

Directly Or Through Others, The Incumbent Will:

• Provide timely creation of engineering drawings required to implement engineering designs.
• Use Computer Aided Design & Drafting (CADD) tools including MICROSTATION, Raster-IRASB/Descartes, PROJECTWISE, IPLOT, PLS CADD, and other software developed or acquired to automate the drawing creation process.
• Prepare electrical schematic and wiring diagrams and electrical physical drawings.
• Prepare structural plans, details and shop drawings as needed to support structural design.
• Prepare mechanical or electromechanical equipment drawings with geometric dimensioning as defined by ANSI.
• Convert existing drawings to electronic format by efficient use of scanning and hybrid raster/vector technology.
• Update engineering drawings of record as defined by project, construction, or engineers to reflect as-built status.
• Support the drawing and drawing project control functions as needed.
• Develop plan and profile drawings, relief maps, and other civil drawings using engineer notes or raw survey data.
• Develop or update CADD cell libraries, menus, and reference files as needed to improve drawing creation efficiency.
• Complete projects with minimum supervision
• Develop drawings from instructions and specifications
• Assist Engineer in developing detailed part and assembly drawings
• Assist Drafter and Senior Drafter in projects as needed
• Complete special projects as assigned
• Have thorough knowledge of and follow Safety practices and policies
• Have thorough knowledge of and follow Oncor’s Code of Conduct
• Effectively interface with Oncor employees on a project basis
• Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.
  
  

Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required
• Associates Degree in CADD operations is preferred
• 2 years experience using CADD software applications is required.
• 2 years experience using Bentley Microstation is preferred.
• Transmission related drafting experience is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of MICROSTATION, Raster-IRASB/Descartes, PROJECTWISE, IPLOT, PLS CADD, and any other software as required.
• Knowledge of the Transmission system and how it works preferred.
• Exhibit good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Exhibit expertise and thorough understanding of Transmission Engineering and Drafting Procedures.
  
  

CAD Drafter Senior

Directly Or Through Others, The Incumbent Will:

• Provide timely creation of engineering drawings required to implement engineering designs.
• Use Computer Aided Design & Drafting (CADD) tools including MICROSTATION, Raster-IRASB/Descartes, PROJECTWISE, IPLOT, PLS CADD, and other software developed or acquired to automate the drawing creation process.
• Prepare electrical schematic and wiring diagrams and electrical physical drawings.
• Prepare structural plans, details and shop drawings as needed to support structural design.
• Prepare mechanical or electromechanical equipment drawings with geometric dimensioning as defined by ANSI.
• Convert existing drawings to electronic format by efficient use of scanning and hybrid raster/vector technology.
• Update engineering drawings of record as defined by project, construction, or engineers to reflect as-built status.
• Support the drawing and drawing project control functions as needed.
• Develop plan and profile drawings, relief maps, and other civil drawings using engineer notes or raw survey data.
• Develop, update or modify CADD cell libraries, menus, and reference files as needed to improve drawing creation efficiency.
• Complete projects with minimum supervision
• Develop drawings from instructions and specifications
• Assist Engineer in developing detailed part and assembly drawings
• Assist Engineer in creating miscellaneous exhibits using various software tools
• Complete special projects as assigned
• Have thorough knowledge of and follow Safety practices and policies
• Have thorough knowledge of and follow Oncor’s Code of Conduct
• Effectively interface with Oncor employees on a project basis
• Mapping – Maintain existing and create new as required
• Perform calculations as required (Grading-Slop, Cut, & Fill; Foundation-Concrete Volume, Rebar Length & Weight; Transmission Line Sag & Tension; etc.)
• Helps mentor entry level CAD Drafters
• Coordinates large projects as required
• Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.
  
  

Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required
• Associates Degree in CADD operations is preferred
• 5 years experience using CADD software applications required.
• 5 years experience using Bentley Microstation software is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Transmission system and how it works preferred.
• Transmission related drafting experience is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of MICROSTATION, Raster-IRASB/Descartes, PROJECTWISE, IPLOT, PLS CADD, and any other software as required.
• Exhibit good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Exhibit Expertise and thorough understanding of Transmission Engineering and Drafting Procedures.