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CAD Drafter March 13, 2025

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Located in Birmingham, AL

Pay: $50,000-$65,000/yr DOE

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Job Title: CAD Drafter – Substation Design

Location: Alabaster, AL
Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Salary: $50,000-$65,000/yr DOE

About Us:
A local engineering firm in Alabaster, AL, specializing in substation steel design and electrical detailing is looking for an experienced CAD Drafter. We are seeking a dedicated CAD Drafter to join our team and grow with us long-term. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialized expertise in steel detailing, switch design, and electrical drafting for substations.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop 2D layout drawings for substation foundations using AutoCAD.

  • Create plan-view drawings with detailed patterns and annotations.

  • Design grounding drawings, illustrating buried wire layouts for substations.

  • Assist with electrical drawings, including plan views and section details.

  • Support steel detailing and substation packaging processes.

  • Utilize AutoCAD (and possibly SolidWorks) to produce high-quality technical drawings.

  • Collaborate with engineers and project managers to refine designs and ensure accuracy.

  • Maintain and organize project files, ensuring efficient workflow and documentation.

  • Use Excel and email for reporting and communication.

Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with SolidWorks is a plus.

  • Familiarity with electrical and structural drawings, particularly for substations.

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established design patterns.

  • Experience with Excel and email communication.

  • Willingness to learn and grow within the role, as full proficiency in steel detailing takes 8-10 years.

  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity for long-term career growth in a specialized field.

  • Work with an experienced team in a supportive environment.

  • Gain valuable experience in substation steel detailing and electrical design.

  • Competitive salary and full-time stability.

Birmingham (South), AL
3348
200 Cahaba Park Circle
Suite 130
Birmingham, AL 35242

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