CADD Drafter

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI), a leading power engineering consultant firm, is seeking a motivated individual to join our August, ME office as a drafter.


Under general supervision, the successful candidate will utilize computer-aided drafting and other compatible software tools to support engineering and drafting projects with a goal to develop sub-professional work knowledge and abilities by executing drafter assignments under the supervision of an experienced project engineer or project manager.


Work includes drawings of general arrangements, structures, facilities, site plans, facility layouts, electrical schematics, wiring and connection requirements. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepare complete drawings of structures, layouts, facilities or general arrangements, including section and detail views, and profiles in a manner to provide clear and concise representation of facilities. Preparation basis is typically from engineering drawing markups or modification of previously prepared, similar drawings.
• Regularly and consistently producing project work with accuracy and within budget and time allocation.
• Using AutoCAD/MicroStation and other software products to prepare drawings for project work.
• Working from sketches and models from verbal directions to produce drawings of expected content, detail and format in accordance with engineering and drafting standards.
• Independently resolving most problems encountered in the preparation of plans including those of intent, consistency and approach.
• Acquiring and maintaining advanced skill levels through the progression of software releases and upgrades.
• Preparing three-dimensional computer-generated drawings.
• Demonstrate the ability to use a variety of add-on or companion software programs in the preparation of civil and surveying drawings as needed to efficiently handle data translation as well as increase productivity.
• Assisting with the training and advancement of skills for other, less-experienced drafting department personnel.

Minimum Requirements: College degree in an acceptable curriculum, two-year technical certificate in computer-aided drafting/design, or a minimum of two years concentrated on the job experience in computer-sided drafting/design field and 4 years of experience as a Drafter. Minimum 1-2 Years of Autocad experience required. Familiarity with Microstation is also preferred for future work. Proven effective verbal and written communication skills; proven excellent level of interpersonal skills; ability to work individually and on a team. Must be detail oriented and possess a high level of organizational skills. Proven ability to work with confidential information. Proven ability to exercise independent judgment. Occasional travel/driving may be required. Successful applicant is subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.


Compensation Range : $23 - $34/hr.


Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities. Visit our website at .


An Equal Opportunity Employer