What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil / Structural Design Drafter position at PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.?
Are you a detail-driven structural design professional with a passion for precision and infrastructure? PDS Tech Commercial is looking for a Civil/Structural Design Drafter to support innovative power generation projects and help build the backbone of tomorrow’s energy solutions in Tempe, AZ.
About The Role
As a Civil/Structural Design Drafter, you’ll play a key role in designing and detailing structural components for power plants and related facilities. Your work will directly support engineering teams and ensure the safe, efficient, and accurate execution of critical infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
At PDS Tech Commercial, We Don’t Just Offer Jobs—we Build Careers. When You Join Our Team, You Gain Access To
If you're ready to bring your structural drafting expertise to a team that values precision, innovation, and impact—apply now and become part of the PDS Tech Commercial legacy.
Pay Details: $41.57 to $44.62 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy
Requirements
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
About The Role
As a Civil/Structural Design Drafter, you’ll play a key role in designing and detailing structural components for power plants and related facilities. Your work will directly support engineering teams and ensure the safe, efficient, and accurate execution of critical infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed structural drawings from field notes, sketches, and engineer concepts.
- Design steel structures including platforms, stairs, bracing, and roof framing using AISC standards.
- Create concrete layouts including rebar detailing, slabs, foundations, and equipment pads.
- Collaborate with civil/structural engineers and other design professionals.
- Conduct site visits to SRP generating stations to gather field data.
- Utilize Bentley MicroStation Connect to produce high-quality design packages.
- Assist in documenting design standards and procedures.
- Communicate with vendors and manufacturers as needed for project specifics.
Qualifications
- 6 years of structural drafting/design experience.
- Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation Connect.
- Strong knowledge of structural steel and concrete detailing.
- Familiarity with AISC Steel Manual and structural member specifications.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to SRP sites.
- Completion of the Smith driving test (required for travel).
- Associate degree or technical certification in drafting/design.
- Experience in the power generation industry.
- Knowledge of power plant equipment and processes.
At PDS Tech Commercial, We Don’t Just Offer Jobs—we Build Careers. When You Join Our Team, You Gain Access To
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities to work on impactful, large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Competitive compensation $41.57 - $ 44.62 and benefits.
- Flexibility with Alternate Work Week (AWW) options.
- A culture that values safety, innovation, and continuous learning.
If you're ready to bring your structural drafting expertise to a team that values precision, innovation, and impact—apply now and become part of the PDS Tech Commercial legacy.
Pay Details: $41.57 to $44.62 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy
Requirements
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance