Civil Engineer Drafter 1st Class

Overview

Under general supervision performs a variety of duties in the Engineering Drafter Group such as:

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

- Under general supervision performs a variety of duties in the Engineering Drafter Group such as:

- Prepare complex mechanical, electrical, structural and topographical drawings and diagrams, utilizing CAD and/or Hybrid software, from field or other sketches, briefings, general outlines, manufacturer's drawings or catalogs, standards and similar data.

- Make layout, assembly, and detail drawings of all phases of an assigned project, based on information received and/or gathered.

- Sketch and draw the details required for the assembly of components to complete units: make study and development drawings.

- Performs drafting to accepted company and national standards, e.g., symbols, nomenclature, engineering terms, etc.

- Coordinate all phases of an assigned drafting job and/or project, assuring proper correlation of all details, including correct clearances and tolerances.

- Select appropriate equipment and material for the assigned projects.

- Prepare lists of material and lists of specifications.

- Supervise the work of other drafters assigned to assist.

- Assist in the training of lower classification draftsmen as assigned. Check work of same or lower classification as assigned.

- Accurately interpret involved engineering plans.

- Make reliable field measurements and sketches of existing facilities, and translate such data into drawings.

- Check manufacturers' drawings and specifications or drawings made by others of same or lower classifications.

- Make engineering calculations such as conversion of measurements and weights to other units, simple trigonometric calculations, and other calculations as need for the support of engineering drafting.

- Keep an accurate daily log of work assigned and performed.

- Perform other related or less skilled duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

- High School Diploma/GED

Relevant Work Experience

- Two years of experience as an Engineer Drafter 2nd class. Required

- High school graduate with six years of documented design / drafting experience which must include five years of experience with the CAD and Hybrid software currently in use by the company. Required

- At least two semesters of engineering drafting at college level or equivalent. Required

- Must have basic knowledge of electricity, general physics and mechanics, based on studies of these subjects, preferably by formal education. Required

- Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Access. Required

- Should have valid license to operate an automobile. Required

- Physical fitness necessary to carry out duties. Required

Licenses and Certifications

- Driver's License Required