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Drafter - Substation

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group

About Us QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients. About This Role Drafter – Substation Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on electricity provided by Quanta Services and its customers. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, and communications industries worldwide. Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. JOB TITLE Drafter I, II, III - Substation DEPARTMENT Engineering REPORTS TO Design Lead CLASSIFICATION Non-Exempt POSITION OVERVIEW The Drafter - Substation will perform routine substation design assignments, which require knowledge and skill in basic CAD techniques and procedures. Thorough knowledge of CAD standards, material, and AutoCAD software will be required. This position will report to a Lead Designer and support substation projects across the QISG platform. What We Offer Competitive salary – overtime is available. Comprehensive health and retirement benefits. Professional development opportunities. What You’ll Do Work on design aspects from project inception to completion on various substation projects. Utilize CAD design software for substation design. Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship. Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work. Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material. Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements. Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the stakeholders. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Experience And Education Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification is preferred. Experience in drafting disciplines with a background in substation design is highly preferred. No experience required for an entry level position in the electric utility industry. More experience performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects could result in a higher pay band. Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software. Extensive knowledge of various CAD programs (AutoCAD preferred) Curiosity about and willingness to learn about the major components of a substation. Basic knowledge of these components is a plus. Basic oral and written communications Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation. Working in a team environment Communicating effectively with co-workers Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment. Travel Requirements Role will likely not require travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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