Electrical Drafter I or II

$51,900 - $64,884/Yr

Nebraska Public Power District - Columbus, NE

Full-time - Entry Level

Columbus, NE

Utilities

About the position

The Electrical Drafter I or II position at Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) involves creating and revising electrical and electronic design drawings of varying complexity. The role requires proficiency in technical computer applications, particularly AutoCAD, and involves responsibilities that range from basic drafting tasks to more complex design work, depending on the level of the position. The role also includes research and collaboration with other teams to ensure accurate representation of facility infrastructure in the drawings.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise drawings utilizing Computer-Aided Design (CAD) applications (AutoCAD), personal computers, engravers, and plotters.
• Comprehend technical mark-ups, engineering data, and various computer application requirements.
• Accurately apply designs to standard drawing layouts and metadata to computer applications.
• Research drawing information, vendor, and material resources to acquire accurate drawing information.
• Obtain and record facility information through facility inspections to ensure drawings accurately reflect facility infrastructure.
• Assist the Drafting Structural/Civil Group upon request.
• Provide support for CAD System Technical Analyst as needed.
• Independently create and revise drawings of increased complexity with minimal oversight and guidance.
• Assist in the training of other employees.

Requirements

• Electrical Drafter I: Associate degree in electromechanical, electrical or a related technology OR post high school education or similar military training in electromechanical, electrical or a related technology with one (1) year of experience in a drafting/design environment and/or application of electrical theory and principles OR high school diploma/GED with three (3) years of electromechanical or electrical experience in the drafting/design environment.
• Electrical Drafter II: Associate degree in electromechanical, electrical or a related technology with two (2) years' experience in a drafting/design environment OR post high school education or similar military training in electromechanical, electrical or a related technology with three (3) years of experience in a drafting/design environment and/or application of electrical theory and principles OR high school diploma/GED with four (4) years of electromechanical or electrical experience in the drafting/design environment.
• Basic AutoCAD knowledge and experience preferred for Drafter I; Intermediate to advanced AutoCAD knowledge with a minimum of 2 years' experience preferred for Drafter II.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with facility inspections.
• Knowledge of electrical theory and principles.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid medical
• Training opportunities