Substation Drafter

What You Will Do GFT is seeking a Substation Drafter to join our power group in the St. Louis, MO office. This is an onsite position requiring five days per week in the office. As part of the power team at GFT you will engage in cutting‑edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure, providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy. In this capacity you will learn the design aspects of substation projects from 15 kV to 500 kV and work with senior staff to strengthen your understanding of designing utility‑class electrical substations. Responsibilities Prepare plans and details with limited complexity in support of broader engineering activities. Prepare schematic and wiring layouts. Collaborate with engineers to incorporate redline markups. Work within a design group to complete projects. What You Will Bring Associate degree or pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field. At least two years of related experience in the substation or power industry. Demonstrated interest in substation or power engineering through academic coursework, internships, or past experiences. Working knowledge of CADD software. Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Good written and verbal communication skills. Compensation The salary range for this role is $28.00 – $35.00 per hour, depending on experience and geographic location. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan. Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Commitment to professional development, internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations. Incentive compensation for eligible positions. Company Overview At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life and measure our success by the strength of our relationships. We are the employer of choice for over 5,000 industry professionals. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status, or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT. GFT requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. Location St. Louis, MO Core Business Hours 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Employment Status Full‑Time Fair Chance Ordinance Applicants in the County of Los Angeles, City of San Francisco, or State of California who have arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the respective fair‑chance ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr