Computer Aided Design Designer

Job Description

Designer 1/CAD Technician – Transmission (Mid-Senior Level)

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Fully Remote

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3-6-month Contract-to-Hire

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Pay Scale : $25/hr.-$42/hr.

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About the Opportunity

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NEI is seeking an experienced Designer and/or CAD Technician to support a growing portfolio of utility and renewable energy projects. Due to increased project volume and incoming client demand, the team is expanding its design capabilities and looking for a self-sufficient professional who can quickly contribute with minimal ramp-up time.

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Position Summary

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The CAD Technician / Designer will be responsible for developing engineering drawings, translating engineering markups into construction-ready design packages, and supporting utility transmission line projects through drafting and modeling activities. The team is seeking someone with approximately 5-10+ years of relevant experience who can independently manage assignments, understand utility design standards, and contribute immediately without significant oversight or training.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Develop and modify engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Autodesk design tools
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• Create detailed design packages based on engineering markups and project requirements
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• Perform drafting support for transmission and utility infrastructure projects
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• Assist with PLS-CADD modeling activities for transmission line design projects
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• Support early-stage project design development under engineering oversight
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• Incorporate revisions and design updates throughout project lifecycles
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• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project teams to ensure accurate deliverables
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• Maintain drawing quality, standards compliance, and documentation accuracy
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• Support renewable energy and utility-related project initiatives
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• Work independently while managing multiple project priorities
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Required Qualifications

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• 5+ years of CAD drafting and design experience
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• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD
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• Experience using Autodesk design software
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• Hands-on experience with PLS-CADD (required)
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• Experience supporting utility, transmission, power delivery, or related infrastructure projects
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• Ability to interpret engineering markups and develop detailed design drawings
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• Strong understanding of drafting standards and engineering documentation
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• Ability to work independently with minimal direction
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• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a remote environment
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Utility transmission line design experience
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• Experience with wood pole and steel pole transmission projects
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• Structure spotting experience
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• Exposure to renewable energy projects
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• Understanding of power delivery engineering workflows
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• Familiarity with early-stage transmission design packages
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Why This Role Stands Out

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• Clear path to grow into a Transmission Designer role (especially with PLS-CADD exposure)
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• Exposure to high-voltage infrastructure and renewable energy projects
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• Work on large-scale, impactful projects supporting grid expansion and data center growth
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• Strong, collaborative team environment with experienced engineers
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• Stable and growing project pipeline
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