- Salary
- $45k – $60k/yr
- Location
- Richmond, Virginia, US
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Education
- Associate
Description
Job Title: CAD Drafter
Location: Richmond, VA
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Alpha 3 is seeking a CAD Drafter to provide support for designers and engineers on electrical substation, utility and infrastructure projects.
This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule. Three days per week (typically Tuesday-Thursday) are expected to be in the office and two days per week from home. This position is located in Richmond, VA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Utilize CAD tools to help in the development of substation projects
- Assignments may include assisting in creation of one-lines, schematics, electrical layouts, site plans, structures, wiring diagrams, bill or materials, etc.
- Work with a cross-disciplinary team
- Collaborate with vendors and construction teams, providing clarification on your drawings and helping guide any necessary design modifications.
- Support onsite walkdowns with design team at various stages of project
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Working knowledge and experience using CAD tools; experience with MicroStation highly desired
- Knowledge of drafting practices and procedures
- Ability to work on a team and on multiple projects
- Ability to visualize and design work in 2D and 3D
- Ability to understand and incorporate comments and feedback
- Personal time management skills and ability to adhere to deadlines
- Attention to detail and pride in work product quality
- Utility project experience a plus
- Associates degree in drafting/design OR bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with Drafting certificate ORA bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or non-ABET accredited engineering degree related to our work
- Willingness to learn and grow within this industry
Salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant.
Available benefits include:
- Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums company-paid)
- 401(k) (5% company match)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 20 Paid-time-off days
Alpha 3 is focused on delivering management and technical services to companies that own, operate, or develop infrastructure assets, particularly in the energy industry. We deliver services including: Business Administration, Business Consulting, Commissioning Support, Construction Management, Engineering & Design, Operations Management, Project Controls, Project Management, and Training.
Alpha 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
