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Intermediate Substation Drafter

Create and manage CADD substation drawings and documentation for power infrastructure projects.

Creve Coeur, Missouri, United States
Full Time
Junior (1-3 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Office Full-Time

About the Role

The role involves providing local technical drafting and CADD support, generating accurate drawings, models, specifications, and material lists that meet industry standards for quality and functionality. The drafter will use 3D CADD software, Autodesk Raster Design, Bentley Descartes, and ProjectWise to create detailed layout, grounding, and electrical connection drawings, while collaborating with engineers and ensuring compliance with IEEE, NESC, and other regulations. • Produce 2D and 3D substation drawings, including layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding plans, and wiring diagrams. • Generate drafting deliverables such as plans, profiles, sections, details, specifications, and material lists. • Utilize Autodesk Raster Design, Bentley Descartes, and ProjectWise for drawing creation, conversion, and file management. • Review drawings for accuracy, interpret contract specifications, and flag any discrepancies. • Collaborate with engineers and designers to ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC, and other codes and regulations. • Prepare multiple drawing revisions incorporating markups and updates. • Uphold ethical decision‑making and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and safety policies.

Key Responsibilities

  • ▸2d/3d drawings
  • ▸drafting deliverables
  • ▸cadd software
  • ▸projectwise
  • ▸drawing review
  • ▸code compliance

What You Bring

Candidates must have a high school diploma, at least five years of drafting experience in substation design, proficiency with CADD tools, knowledge of relevant codes, and strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Preferred qualifications include an associate’s degree, experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation, ProjectWise, and legacy drawing conversion tools; WSP offers a flexible workplace, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to equal opportunity. • Complete training on substation‑specific drafting standards and quality procedures. • Minimum high school diploma; associate’s degree preferred. • At least 5 years of substation drafting or design support experience. • Proficiency with CADD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation) and ability to learn new platforms. • Knowledge of substation equipment and relevant codes/standards (IEEE, NESC). • Strong communication, interpersonal, and technical writing skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and priorities. • Analytical mindset with critical‑thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

Requirements

  • ▸autocad
  • ▸microstation
  • ▸projectwise
  • ▸5 years
  • ▸high school
  • ▸problem solving

Work Environment

Office Full-Time

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