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Entry-Level Substation Drafter

Location **Houston**

Secondary Locations

Job Code **18034**

\# of openings **1**

Entry-Level Substation Drafter

Job Summary

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP is currently seeking an Entry-Level Substation Drafter to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department of our Houston, Texas office. Flexibility is available for a hybrid work environment (candidate will need to live within a commutable distance of the office).

Responsibilities

+ The position entails drafting and design opportunities on substation projects that include physical and civil layout drawings as well as schematics and wiring diagrams.

+ The successful candidate will be responsible for learning, understanding, and implementing CAD knowledge; learning client standards, practices, and procedures to ensure that work produced conforms to the client's standards and expectations; being responsible for knowing and following POWER's standards, procedures, and processes; collaborating on design issues; and seeking guidance from those with more experience.

Required Education/Experience

+ Associates/technical degree in an accredited drafting program, or sufficient industry experience

+ AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience

+ Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with other team members

+ Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship

Desired Education/Experience

+ Drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, preferably in an engineering work environment

+ Experience with a 3D CAD system

+ Knowledge of substation electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, and/or substation physical/civil drawings

+ Experience working with scaled drawings

+ Working knowledge of survey coordinate systems a plus

+ Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

+ Experience with File Management Systems a plus

+ Strong background in mathematics

+ Reliable, detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of assigned tasks

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

+ Medical/Dental/Vision

+ Paid Holidays

+ Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

+ Voluntary Life Insurance

+ 401K

+ Telehealth Benefit covers all providers

+ Maternity and Paternity Leave

+ New Dads and Moms Benefit program

+ Fertility Benefits

+ Gender-affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

Salary DOE

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities