Computer Aided Design Technician

Perform drafting duties using basic drafting skills and techniques for medium/high voltage substation or transmission line drawings. Assignments are closely supervised and are designed to develop the employee’s understanding of drafting techniques, corporate/client standards, and procedures. Drafters will either be dedicated to Electrical, Transmission, or Civil/Structural design projects.

• Revise CADD drawings per engineering markups
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party
• Perform engineering support tasks under direct supervision (e.g. transmittals)
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work
• Learn and properly use document management systems
• Learn and apply the corporate/client standard of drafting and engineering practices

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please

• College level geometry
• Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day
• Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%)
• 3D CADD experience preferred but not required
• Basic drafting including drawing scales, drawing layouts (Paperspace/Modelspace), and accurately reproducing engineering markups
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments
• This position requires minimal physical effort.
• Experience with Microstation preferred but not required
• Associate degree in drafting & design is required. A certificate in drafting & design with relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an associate degree.
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Experience with AutoCAD 2010 and newer is required.
• CADD, word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail software
• Possess skills in the following areas:
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with co-workers
• May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!