Electrical Drafter

Job Description                                                                 

Electrical Drafter 

General Information

Basic Function

The Electrical Drafter is responsible draft multiple Substation and Distribution projects in a fast-paced environment. They will be responsible for the accuracy, quality, and constructability of drawings for electrical utility projects of all sizes. Effective collaboration and communication with multiple internal and external stakeholders are required by the Electrical Drafter to progress draft through all project stages.  The Drafter is responsible for handover of high-quality design packages on schedule, while ensuring that all drawings are prepared in accordance with the company standards and meet the project scope. 

Qualifications

Education

• A Diploma in Engineering Design Technology, or;
• Related certificates in either AutoCAD or MicroStation

Experience

• 2-4 years of experience working in an electrical engineering environment, with experience in Substation and Distribution projects.
• Efficient in using MicroStation and AutoCAD software

Skills

• Advanced abilities in MicroStation V8i and knowledge of MicroStation CONNECT Edition would be an asset.
• Ability to understand client specific requirements (standards and specifications) and applicable codes & regulations for preparing electrical packages.
• Ability to prepare engineering drawings from sketches and general engineering information according to established standards and procedures.
• Superior ability to meet tight deadlines and multi-task.
• Capacity to resolve complex issues in a timely manner.
• Ability to build relationships with clients, consultants, approval authorities and utility representatives.

Personal Characteristics                                         

• Safety - We go home safe every night.
• Integrity - Around here our word means something.
• Quality - Our quality stands on its own.
• Accountability- We provide solutions, not problems.
• Teamwork - Great people working together.
• Not afraid to approach difficult situations and dig in to find a solution.
• Self-motivated to make improvements and get tasks done on time.
• You have a calm demeanor and thrive in high-stress situations. You possess a nimble mind – You can think on your feet and resolve issues quickly.
• Capable of implementing a culture of winning. We win the projects we want to win.
• You are someone people rely on. You are responsible and dependable.

Other

• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are highly regarded.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Duties

Estimating, Drafting and Project Management

• Identify any drafting opportunities available.
• Create company drafting standards and drafting resource library.
• Ensure all drawings are prepared in accordance with the company standards and meet the project scope and budget.
• Provide suggestions to increase productivity by setting up internal templates, procedures, and automations.
• Review and reference customer drawings for review and creation of design drawings.
• Create full engineering design packages for entire project lifecycle.
• Ability to accurately estimate resource requirements for projects.
• Collaborate professionally with other team members to ensure project success.
• Ensuring all Iconic designs are accurate and are delivered on time and have superior quality.
• Maintaining relationships with customers, consultants, and design approvers.
• Utilize MicroStation drafting software’s to prepare drawings from conceptual stage through to project completion.
• Preparation of Electrical drafting packages consisting of Single Line, logics, schematics, wiring, Site Plan, Electrical Plan & Sections, Grounding Plan & Details, Conduit Plan & Details.

• Other duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring all Iconic designs are accurate and are delivered on time and have superior quality.
• Maintaining relationships with customers, consultants, and design approvers.

Additional Information

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All staff may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time.
• You will work in an office environment.