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Microstation Drafter

West Power Energy
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/2/2025

West Power Energy is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm, specializing in, high-voltage transmission, and distribution design. West Power Energy strives to provide engineering services to public and private utility companies, consultants, as well as contractors taking part in the design and construction of power generation facilities, transmission lines, and substations, across the United States and Canada. We offer solutions from pre-feasibility studies, and full engineering design services to the preparation of as-built recordings.

West Power Energy is looking for a MicroStation Drafter / Designer to join our team in our San Diego or Arcadia office. This is a hybrid position, working three days in office and two days from home. Specific areas of responsibilities are provided below.

Job Description

  • Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to design and draft different drawings and maps for construction projects
  • Drafting will primarily include civil and electrical-related drawings for transmission, distribution and substation projects
  • Create and modify drawings from engineer-provided markups
  • Produce work / plan redline markup and comments
  • Take ownership of the quality and accuracy of one’s work
  • Work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
  • Interact and work together with other teams to provide integrated services and support
  • Preparation of design packages including plotting, printing, and submittals
  • Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • 2-year associate degree / certification in Drafting / Design / CAD required or in active pursuit of related Engineering degree with 2-year curriculum completed at minimum
  • 5 years of experience and proficiency with Bentley MicroStation, creating 2D and 3D models
  • 1 years of Experience with Substation, Transmission, Civil Engineering, or other related projects is an asset
  • Sound knowledge of drafting principles, techniques, and procedures
  • Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook)
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with additional drafting software AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, Autodesk Inventor, and / or ArcGIS software is an asset
  • Experience with Transmission Line Software, PLS CADD is a plus
  • This position's hourly rate range approximation is $30-$45, depending on numerous factors such as applicable experience, skills, knowledge, credentials, geographical location, etc.

    This position's hourly rate range approximation is $25 -$35, depending on numerous factors such as applicable experience, skills, knowledge, credentials, geographical location, etc.

    We are always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking, and the motivation to help shape our growing company. It's an exciting time to be a part of our team as we invest in our team and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Our values guide our work. We are safe. We are one team. We act with integrity. We respect our staff and client. We are forward-thinking. Want to join us?

    West Power Energy is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

    Salary : $25 - $35

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