CAD Design/Drafter III

Seeking a Senior CAD designer for a full-time position with benefits. The Senior Designer is responsible for using computer-aided design (CAD) techniques to design power system projects from complex components of field data (notes, sketches, photos, etc.), engineer, and customer specifications. Experience in Electrical (preferred) or mechanical CAD systems in designing and developing mechanical/electrical power systems drawing designs desired.
Responsibilities:
* Prepare complex layouts, electrical schematics, details, diagrams, one-lines, plan drawings, and reports (e.g. BOM) using AutoCAD Electrical.
* Compile data required for project assignments and produce notes, specifications, spreadsheets and other related written documents as required.
* Review and discuss information, modifications, adjustments, and progress of work relating to the design and manufacture of automation solutions for power systems.
* Train less experienced team members in all aspects of mechanical and electrical drafting; recommend methods to increase overall quality, timeliness, and productivity of the team.
* Work with engineers and other designers to continuously improve processes and standards for the team’s project drawing packages.
* Implement changes to drawings per customer specifications, controls engineer feedback and field notes.
* Develop macros, databases (e.g. parts, footprints) libraries and templates in the AutoCAD Electrical environment, including conversion of existing blocks and template drawings from AutoCAD to AutoCAD Electrical.
* Establish and deploy CAD standards and guidelines for the extended team.
* Develop one-lines, 3-lines, site plans, equipment layouts, & construction details for development of design package to support project construction with guidance from design engineering team.
* Develop complex site plans & equipment arrangements based on sketches, measurements, photos, and other input from engineering & field support teams.
* Knowledge and understanding of electrical distribution systems and ability to understand and develop one-lines, 3-lines, and equipment layouts related to such systems.