What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior CAD Designer position at Construction Innovations?
ABOUT CONSTRUCTION INNOVATIONS:
At Construction Innovations, we’re all about good energy — we create solutions that make electrical installations faster, safer, and cost-effective. Our products energize hundreds of projects across the U.S. in a variety of markets including solar, battery storage, substation, and transmission and distribution. Our commitment to simplifying traditional installation methods drives us to deliver all-in-one product kits that can be installed by anyone, in a fraction of the time. Our philosophy is at the core of everything we do: Innovate to Simplify®.
DESCRIPTION:
The Senior CAD Specialist is responsible for creating construction and/or manufacturing design drawing sets, complete preparation and setup of new project job files, complete drafting of electrical plans, and complete electrical panel schedules. This position is responsible for assisting team members with escalated issues or questions and conducting peer reviews of the work output. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, the ability to provide mentorship to others, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Utilize CAD software to develop precise 2D and 3D models, layouts, and technical drawings according to project specifications and requirements, such as photovoltaic electrical design, equipment panels/enclosures, and substation steel layouts/weldments.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to translate concepts, sketches, and design briefs into detailed CAD models and drawings.
- Provide support to the product development team by creating prototypes, mock-ups, and renderings based on CAD designs.
- Provide technical mentorship to less experienced team members on an as-needed basis.
- Participate in design reviews, offering insights and recommendations for improving product design, manufacturability, functionality, and ease of installation in the field.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, standardization, and automation within the design workflow.
- Participate in the creation and maintenance of design tasks and schedules on a regular basis.
- Work within established company standards to maintain consistency and processes.
- Complete as-built plans from field mark-ups, including hand drafting.
- Estimate hours needed to complete projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent and AutoCAD trade school diploma.
- Minimum 8 years of recent experience with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
- Preferred basic Knowledge of SolidWorks, Inventor, or other 3D modeling software.
- Advanced level of knowledge in at least one of the following applications: electrical panel schedules, utility-scale photovoltaic site design, or electrical/general construction design.
- Advanced knowledge of electrical drafting symbols.
- Intermediate level of skill with MS Excel.
- Ability to accept and apply guidance and direction to support department standards and quality.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to understand instructions in written, oral, and diagram formats.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Salary : $38 - $58