Design Drafter Lead

Who We Are

Connecting People to Possibility
As a publicly traded company (NYSE: CTRI) with $3 billion in revenue, Centuri leads the way in utility and energy infrastructure across North America. What sets us apart is our local agility, resources to scale, and comprehensive solutions for a dynamic energy market.

Whether in the field or providing essential behind the scenes support, Centuri offers professional growth opportunities where you can thrive and make a difference. Join a culture where safety, sustainability, and teamwork come first, with training and benefits that truly care for your well-being.

As a Design Drafter Lead you will oversee drafting teams, ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliances, and serve as the primary link between junior drafters, supervisors and customers.

What You'll Do

• Oversee, mentor, and review work from junior and intermediate drafters to guarantee precision and adherence to project deadlines.
• Produce complex 2D technical drawings and 3D models using CAD software (such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit) based on engineer or architect specifications.
• Ensure all plans comply with customer requirements, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Bridge gaps with project managers and construction teams to resolve design conflicts.
• Assess project timelines and assign drafting tasks based on team capacity and individual skill levels.
• Coordinate training sessions for new hires on company-specific CAD templates and specialized software plugins.
• Perform thorough geometric, dimensional, and text-based reviews on all drawings before final submission to eliminate errors.
• Perform other tasks as requested by leadership

What You'll Have

• 2+ years of hands on drafting experience, with prior leadership or project coordination experience
• Associate’s degree or vocational certificate in drafting, computer aided design (CAD), or a related engineering technology field
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks) and familiarity with database tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong leadership capabilities, and clear communication and problem-solving skills

What You'll Get

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Access to our Employee Stock Purchase Plan featuring a 15% stock discount
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays
• Potential Bonus Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities
• Employee Discounts
• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment
• Flexibility to work different schedules and stay late with little or no notice
• Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing
• Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results

Our Commitment to Opportunity

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.