What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Drafter position at Strategic Staffing Solutions?
Detroit, MI (Hybrid/In office Tue, Wed, Thu)
W2 contract role
12 Months then eligible for Contract renewal
Job Description
We are seeking a CAD Drafter to support engineering drawing file management and maintenance activities across electric and gas utility projects. This role focuses on converting MicroStation drawings to AutoCAD, updating and standardizing drawing title blocks, and completing basic CAD drafting assignments in accordance with drafting standards and procedures. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with both AutoCAD and MicroStation, strong attention to detail, and a solid understanding of structured drawing file control in a utility or infrastructure environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilize approved programming and tools to convert MicroStation (DGN) drawings to AutoCAD (DWG) format
- Ensure converted drawings comply with CAD standards, file naming conventions, and version control requirements
- Maintain organized and accurate electronic drawing files within document management systems
- Correct, update, and standardize drawing title blocks, including:
- Project information
- Revision histories
- Ownership and approval fields
- Apply redlines and markups to existing drawings as directed by engineering or project teams
- Complete basic to intermediate CAD drafting assignments under the direction of engineers or designers
- Revise existing drawings to reflect updated field conditions, engineering changes, or documentation requirements
- Perform quality checks to ensure drawings are accurate, complete, and ready for downstream use
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of hands‑on CAD drafting experience
- Proficiency in:
- AutoCAD (2D drafting)
- MicroStation (DGN files)
- Experience with:
- Drawing revisions and file conversions
- Title block updates and standardization
- CAD file organization and management
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Preferred Qualifications
- Utility, infrastructure, or engineering firm experience
- Familiarity with:
- utility drafting standards
- Document management systems (e.g., SharePoint, Documentum, or similar)
- Associate degree or technical certificate in Drafting, CAD, or related field
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Detroit, MI 48226 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Detroit, MI 48226