Substation Structural Drafter

2 weeks ago


Airdrie, United Kingdom POWER Engineers, Inc. Full time

**Substation Structural Drafter (Hybrid)**:
**Job Summary of Roles and Responsibilities**:
**POWER Engineers is currently seeking a Structural Drafter to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department in our Airdrie office.**

**Responsibilities**:

- The position involves drafting opportunities on substation projects that include foundations and structural steel detailing
- Occasionally, conduct site visits to gather design data and verify conditions.

**Required Education/Experience**:

- Technical diploma or certification in drafting from an accredited institution.
- Knowledge of standard practices in concrete, rebar, and structural steel detailing.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD 2020 and experience with MicroStation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

**Desired Education/Experience**:

- Associate's degree in drafting/ design (or equivalent technical degree)
- 3 to 5 years of applicable drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation and familiarity with Civil 3D, Inventor, Revit would be an asset
- Formal structural drafting coursework with the ability to produce shop drawings
- Able to produce Steel and Foundation Plans, Sections and Elevation Views for Substation design packages
- Preparation of Bill of Materials
- Basic working knowledge of MS office (Word, Excel)
- Associate’s degree in Drafting/Design or equivalent technical qualification.
- 3-5 years of relevant drafting experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
- Familiarity with Civil 3D, Inventor, or Revit is an asset.
- Formal coursework or demonstrated experience in structural drafting, including shop drawing production.
- Ability to generate structural steel and foundation plans, sections, and elevation views for substation design packages.
- Experience preparing Bills of Materials.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).miliarity with substation design (Electrical, Protection & Controls)
- P.Eng or eligible for P.Eng in BC

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Maternity Leave
- Parental Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- RRSP
- Corporate Wellness Program

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us

**POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.**: