What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drafting Technician II - Westborough, MA position at Qualus?
Position Overview
Power Your Future as a Drafting Technician with Qualus! A drafting technician is responsible for creating technical drawings and plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software, specifically AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. This involves interpreting designs from engineers and converting them into detailed drawings for engineering projects. The job requires proficiency in AutoCAD and other CAD software, as well as knowledge of drafting standards and techniques. The drafting technician may work on a variety of projects, such as electrical schematics or structural components. Drafters also collaborate with other members of a project team to ensure that designs are accurate and meet project requirements.
Responsibilities
- Provide production CAD support by developing, implementing, and enforcing client standards while supplying technical support for all CAD-related software.
- Prepare clean, complete, and accurate documents and working drawings (including details) from rough or detailed specifications or sketches as prepared by the engineer by performing the following duties:
- Following drawing production and client standards.
- Preparing construction and demo drawings (as required) submittal packages.
- Preparing quality checks on final drawings and layouts using QA/QC checklists.
- Cleaning and organizing CAD files for project closeout.
- Set up project drawing files, schedule drawing completions.
- Develop single lines, three lines, AC and DC schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, sections and details using AutoCAD (MicroStation is a plus).
- Maintain CAD document archive and retrieval for projects and the integrity of the drawings and its system.
- Act as a liaison for operations, project engineering teams, and vendors.
- Check dimensions and parts, insert/modify cells and blocks into individual drawings.
- Assist the Engineer with coordination and shop drawing review during the final administration of projects.
- Organizes CAD drawings and files.
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Qualifications
- AA/AS degree in Computer Aided Software Design, Engineering Technology, or related (preferred).
- Proficient in AutoCAD design software (and/or AutoCAD 3D, AutoCAD Electrical). MicroStation is a plus.
- Intermediate drafting and design skills.
- Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry.
- Ability to work well both in a team and independently.
- Ability to effectively handle multiple projects concurrently.
- Ability to create aesthetically pleasing and useable drawings.
- Effective presentation skills.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has nearly 1,200 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
EEO
Qualus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in locations where we operate.
At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For details, view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement here.
