Electrical CADD Drafter / Designer

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Why Work for Inframark?

Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for advancement, Inframark offers purpose-driven work and opportunities for growth. We offer an attractive salary package, including a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan.

Position Overview

In this role, you will support the engineering team by producing high-quality drafting deliverables for instrumentation and control (I&C) systems across multiple water and wastewater projects. You will work closely with Project Managers and Project Engineers and other drafters to produce panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs using AutoCAD Electrical and AutoCAD Plant 3D. While you may assist with design decisions, your primary responsibility will be managing the production of drawing sets and documentation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Drafting & Design Execution

- Draft, edit, and finalize design plans and details using efficient methods and adhering to Inframark drafting standards.

- Perform the design and drafting of electrical drawings for control and network panels.

- Create panel layout, wiring, and loop drawings based on redlines and engineer-provided markups.

- Analyze sketches, notes, and other input material to produce accurate P&IDs in AutoCAD Plant 3D.

- Generate accurate bills of materials based on completed drawings.

- Maintain and update CAD standards, drawing templates and libraries keeping current with industry changes

- Track and organize drawing sets through project phases to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Collaboration & Project Support

- Collaborate closely with Project Engineers and Project Managers to meet project drafting requirements.

- Address feedback from Engineers and Owners, ensuring all submittal comments are resolved.

- Manage the production of drawing sets from initial creation through markup and final approval.

- Conduct site visits to document field conditions and guide design decisions.

- Provide ongoing support from project kickoff through startup and closeout.

Documentation & Compliance

- Create As Installed Record documents (panel drawings, loop drawings, network diagrams).

- Ensure field changes are incorporated into final submittals.

- Stay proficient in CADD software tools and related applications, staying up-to-date with the latest features and techniques to enhance productivity and efficiency in drafting and design tasks.

- Remain up-to-date on UL508A and NEC standards for control panel and electrical system design.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

- Associate’s degree in drafting, design, or related field

- Minimum of five (5) years related experience in an engineering setting, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

- Water/wastewater industry experience is a plus.

Technical Skills

- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical. Experience with AutoCAD Plant 3D is a plus.

- Ability to read, understand, and accurately reproduce complex electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams.

- Familiarity with industrial automation hardware (PLCs, VFDs, relays, sensors).

- Ability to work with mathematical fundamentals such as geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

- Ability to occasionally use higher-level commands, timesaving programs, and routines in AutoCAD Electrical and Plant 3D.

- Basic knowledge of standard electrical panel construction materials and methods.

Certifications

- Autodesk AutoCAD Certified Professional (within last 3 years) preferred.

Communication & Collaboration

- Strong communication skills to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions.

- Ability to interact effectively to maintain a team environment.

- Ability to effectively present information to project teams and clients.

- Professional demeanor with clear writing and email skills.

Other Requirements

- Valid U.S. driver’s license and satisfactory driving record for business travel.

- Ability to pass background check and initial/random drug screenings.

- Attention to detail and ability to consistently produce accurate, quality work.

- Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.

Physical Demands

- Frequent use of phone and email; prolonged sitting for computer work.

- Hearing and vision within normal ranges to inspect documents and digital drawings.

- Minimal to no heavy lifting; typical office and field-visit environments.

Work Environment

- Primarily office-based at an Inframark facility, with periodic onsite visits to project locations.

- Must be comfortable transitioning between office and industrial settings (e.g., water/wastewater treatment plants).

Travel

- Approximately 20% travel for site visits, customer meetings, and other project-related needs.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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