CAD Drafter I thru CAD Drafter Sr

Salary: $48,888 - $80,514 
Close Date: 02/13/2025,  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

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.
• 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

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.
• 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.

Salary : $48,888 - $80,514