Remote/Hybrid CAD Operator III, Electrical

CAD OPERATOR III, ELECTRICAL SUMMARY Utilizing computer aided design (CAD) systems, the CAD Operator III, Electrical will transform initial rough product designs and/or sketches provided by others into system, equipment, or installation drawings. Will have a competent understanding of a CAD system in compliance with the company’s production and design standards; prepares advanced drafting assignments; provides support to Designers, Engineers, Project Managers, and other CAD Operators; operates peripheral equipment such as printers, copiers, plotters and other drawing reproduction equipment. This is a non‑exempt position. This position receives assignments from the Design Department Coordinator and reports administratively to the Vice President of Engineering. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Associate or Bachelor Degree in an associated area or an Associates Degree in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience. Six years or more of CAD electrical experience. Ability to complete work assignments on time consistently with a strong emphasis on technical accuracy and overall attention to detail. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Thorough understanding of electrical distribution equipment. Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures related to computer aided design in the electrical design field. Proficient in reading, understanding, and producing electrical layouts and diagrams. Ability to review engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established CAD standards. Complete understanding of various types of electrical drawings such as P&IDs, single line diagrams, instrument loop diagrams, wiring schematics, and power plans. Participation in departmental cross‑training instruction. RESPONSIBILITIES Revise/modify drawings, trace and/or copy existing drawings. Create engineering drawings, designs, and layouts from rough sketches, engineering notes, equipment drawings and verbal instructions. Create complicated electrical installation designs and layouts. Generate new and as‑built documentation. Correct and update design documents such as electrical layouts, control diagrams, wiring diagrams, single‑line diagrams, schematics, and panel schedules. Assemble construction drawing packages (photocopy, bind). Understand and follow company drawing standards and procedures for sheet layouts. Maintain project‑drawing files, drawing library and associated records and documentation. Consult with project managers, engineers, designers, and other CAD operators as part of the design team. Rely on instructions and pre‑established CAD guidelines to perform tasks. Convert limited verbal and written directions into finished documents. Work on several concurrent projects. Assist in maintaining schedules. Familiar with safety equipment, use it as required, comply with company safety policies, and demonstrate awareness and concern for safety of self and co‑workers at all times. Answerable for assigned responsibilities. Develop and maintain professional, cooperative, positive relationships with colleagues. Set high expectations of performance for self, strive for accuracy, attention to detail, complete tasks per schedule, proactive sense of commitment and enthusiasm. Take proactive actions to respond promptly in appropriate capacity necessary to meet project demands. Communicate timely, clearly, and to the point; respectful of other people’s opinions and exhibit excellent listening skills and comprehension. Be professional, tactful, responsive, maintain strong client relationships and be sensitive to client’s needs. Identify and clarify problems, gather and assess causes and solutions, derive well‑reasoned conclusions, test against relevant criteria and standards, choose the best alternative. Be organized, tidy, on time, quiet, non‑intrusive, productive and maintain composure and professionalism under stress. Treat people with respect and honesty, and keep commitments. Seek and acquire maximum self‑improvement. Comply with Morrow Engineering, Inc. policies and procedures. Work within a flexible schedule to respond to project assignments and to achieve project goals. Develop skills to organize and conduct effective, productive, and results‑orientated meetings. Willing to travel as required to meet project requirements. Effective with subordinates, good communication, interacting and responding appropriately, using patience and tact, providing planning and clear instruction, courteous, give credit where due, provide regular ongoing feedback and promote teamwork. LOCATION & WORK ARRANGEMENT Preferred for the candidate to reside either in Wichita, KS or Colorado Springs, CO. If near the office, will work a hybrid schedule; if not located near the office, will work remotely. #J-18808-Ljbffr