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Substation CAD Drafter

Leidos
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2026

Job Details

We're seeking Substation CAD Drafters (Levels 2, 3, and 4) to join our dynamic Houston office on a hybrid schedule. You'll collaborate with talented engineers, designers, and drafters in a fast-paced environment, using MicroStation and AutoCAD to create high-quality deliverables for major utility clients.

What You'll Do:
  • Work closely with our CAD Lead/Manager and substation design teams to complete drafting and detailing tasks.
  • Create and modify Protection & Control, SCADA, Communications, and Physical Electrical drawings-ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Deliver top-quality work products, efficiently and on time, in a collaborative engineering/production setting.
  • Adhere to CAD standards and procedures, and help drive project success.

Levels Overview:
  • Level 2&3: Tackle routine to medium complexity drafting tasks with growing independence.
  • Level 4: Take on medium to high complexity assignments, working independently and demonstrating advanced expertise.

What You Bring:
  • Associate of Applied Science in Drafting and Design (or equivalent experience).
  • Level 2: 1-3 years of industry drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
  • Level 3: 3-5 years of experience.
  • Level 4: 5 years and comprehensive drafting knowledge.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Windows OS, and Microsoft Office.
  • Experience with document management tools (ProjectWise, FTP, SharePoint).
  • Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Bonus Skills:
  • 3D modeling in MicroStation/AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of VBA, AutoLISP, AutoCAD Electrical, or Bentley Substation.

Why Leidos?
  • Be part of a company that values your growth, well-being, and contributions.
  • Work on impactful projects that power communities.
  • Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive culture and flexible work arrangements.

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today and discover how rewarding your career can be at Leidos!

We're not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We're looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don't wait to be told what's next. At Leidos, we're not following the roadmap - we're redrawing it.

Original Posting:
November 5, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $39,650.00 - $71,675.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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Salary : $39,650 - $71,675

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