Sr. AutoCAD Energy Storage Drafter - Remote

Senior AutoCAD Energy Storage Drafter Consultant

Seeking a highly skilled Senior AutoCAD Drafter with expertise in energy storage projects. The ideal candidate will create precise and high-quality 2D and 3D computer-aided designs for energy storage sites using AutoCAD software. This role requires strong technical drafting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, architects, and other professionals.

The primary responsibility will be translating blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions into detailed AutoCAD drawings and schematics that align with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Utilize AutoCAD software to draft, edit, and finalize technical and construction drawings for energy storage sites.
• Prepare plan sets, drawing layouts, spreadsheets, and supporting documents that meet technical standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Work with the Utility Dispatch Rights Construction Manager to compile a repository of all approved UDR project plans and track any material changes to contracted project designs
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and designers to develop accurate and efficient designs.
• Convert hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site photos into precise AutoCAD drawings.
• Present draft designs for review and approval.
• Update and modify existing drawings based on project changes or new information.
• Ensure all drawings comply with industry, safety, and structural standards.
• Develop and maintain a library of standard drawing templates for efficiency and consistency.
• Produce single-line diagrams for electrical components as required.
• Work closely with project managers, consultants, and subcontractors to refine and finalize designs.
• Perform thorough quality control checks on all drawings before submission including contracted UDR projects.
• Maintain an organized digital archive of drawing revisions and final versions.
• Seek clarification from engineers and project managers whenever necessary.

Technical Skills

Must Have

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Associate degree in Computer-Aided Design Drafting (CADD), Electrical Design, or Architecture OR a 1-year certificate program in CADD.
• High proficiency in AutoCAD software
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an AutoCAD Drafter.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Nice To Have

• 8+ years of experience as an AutoCAD Drafter
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience preparing AutoCAD drawings for electric utilities (substations, renewable energy sites, etc.).
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics