Drafter I

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Soffa Electric is a well-established systems integration firm with over 50 years in the industry. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Drafter to join our team. This role is ideal for someone looking to start their career in electrical design and drafting within a fast-paced systems integration environment. The Drafter will support engineering and production teams by creating, modifying and updating technical drawings, schematics, and documentation using CAD software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar platforms for electrical control panels.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist engineers and project managers in developing drawing packages for control panel builds and system integration projects.


• Prepare detailed electrical drawings including wiring diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, and cable schedules.


• Interpret engineering notes, redlines, and specifications to produce accurate electrical CAD models and documentation.


• Create and revise electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings using CAD software


• Collaborate with electrical engineers and designers to ensure that design intent is properly documented and constructible.


• Organize and maintain CAD files, drawing sets, and documentation in accordance with company standards.


• Assist with bill of materials (BOM) generation and technical documentation.


• Ensure all drawings comply with industry codes and company standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, ANSI).


• Participate in design reviews and provide input on constructability or drafting improvements.


• Stay updated with latest CAD software features and drafting best practices.

POSITION QUALIFICAITONS:

• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, Revit, or similar CAD platforms.


• Understanding of electrical systems, schematics, and industry codes.


• Familiarity with electrical symbols, panel schedules, single-line diagrams, and power distribution layouts.


• Excellent attention to detail and organization skills.


• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES REQUIRED

EXPERIENCE: Associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field.

DEGREE: 1 years of experience in electrical drafting or a similar role.

ABILITIES: Candidate should have experience working in a manufacturing or production environment. Organization skills and strong verbal and written communication are ideal for this role. 

WORKING CONDITIONS: This role operates in both an office and shop environment, supporting the design and build of custom electrical control panels.