AutoCAD Drafter

$62,400 - $74,880/Yr

Quanta Services - Bellingham, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Bellingham, WA

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

The AutoCAD Drafter at Potelco, Inc. is responsible for drafting utility designs based on client standards and requirements. This role involves close collaboration with project managers in the engineering department to produce job sketches for utility designs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety and productivity standards. The position requires proficiency in GIS/CAD software and a strong understanding of electrical design principles.

Responsibilities

• Draft utility designs overseen by a distribution engineer.
• Analyze line design data captured in a job workbook to produce job sketches for utility.
• Convert preliminary designs for facility replacement system upgrades to standardized mapping products in the GIS/CAD mapping environment.
• Evaluate and improve cartographic processes and develop new GIS/CAD production processes.
• Understand and execute as-built mapping.
• Utilize customer's internal computer programs for job task completion and material entry.
• Manage timelines for job sketch production to ensure timely turnaround by project priority level.
• Participate in regular training on process updates.
• Assist newer co-workers in learning specific mapping tasks.
• Perform and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Associate degree or certificate program from an accredited educational institution is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of voltage regulation, electrical load calculations, system protection, and fuse coordination for distribution systems.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret utility mapping systems and civil construction drawings.
• Proficient in the GIS/CAD software environment and MS Office tools.
• Ability to analyze and interpret business periodicals and information, journals, technical procedures, and data.
• Strong interpersonal and speaking skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Light scripting/programming knowledge preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance