What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drafting Technician I position at Qualus?
Power your future with Qualus as a Drafting Technician! Drafters at Qualus partner with engineering teams to support Substation Protection & Control design projects. They assist in creating and modifying drawings using CAD software like AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation, while adhering to established CAD standards. With a foundational understanding of drafting principles, they help develop wiring diagrams, AC and DC schematics, circuit schedules, single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and more. Our drafters also organize project drawing files, perform quality checks, and provide basic technical support for CAD-related tasks. Join Qualus and take the first step toward a rewarding career in engineering. Apply today!
Responsibilities
Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, 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 over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
EEO
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.
Responsibilities
- Provide production CAD support by developing, implementing, and enforcing CAD standards while supplying technical support for all CAD related software.
- Prepare clean, complete, and accurate documents, design and working drawings (including details) from rough or detailed specifications or sketches as prepared by the engineers by performing the following duties:
- Following drawing production standards.
- Preparing construction drawings submission packages and as bults.
- Preparing quality checks on final drawings and layouts.
- Cleaning CAD files for project closeout.
- Set up project drawing files, schedule drawing completions.
- Develop single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC and DC schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, sections and details using CAD software (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation).
- Maintaining CAD document archive and retrieval for projects and the integrity of the drawing and it's system.
- Act as a liaison for operations, project teams, engineering design house and vendors.
- Assist the engineer with coordination and shop drawing review during the final administration of projects.
- Organize CAD drawings and files.
- Creating and generating design reports to include creating rendering, material takeoffs, central files and work sets, and schedules and legend types.
- Associates degree Engineering Technology, Drafting/Design, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 0-3 years of experience in electrical design or drafting (internships/co-ops included).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD; familiarity with MicroStation is a plus.
- Working knowledge of basic algebra and geometry as applied to design and layout work.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality of deliverables.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Exposure to electrical distribution, utilities, or infrastructure projects (preferred).
- Experience interpreting technical specifications and drawings (preferred).
- Familiarity with industry standards or design best practices (preferred).
Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, 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 over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
EEO
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.