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CAD Technician I

Disaster Resource Group

Columbia, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Design Document, Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG), Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Engineering Drawing, High School Diploma, Multitasking, Physical Demands, Power Generation, Power Transmission, Problem Solving Skills, Project Engineering, Schematics, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Wire Harness
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
6 days ago
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform substation design tasks, develop design drawings and documents, prepare material lists, perform field reviews, and other tasks for projects.
  • Prepare substation related drawings such as one lines, plan views, electrical assemblies, structural details, foundation details, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and other engineering drawings.
  • Apply all relevant client, national, and state standards when applicable.
  • Perform calculations, reports, and designs on substation projects to support engineers.
  • Understand client standards and complete projects by performing simple to moderately complex tasks, exercising judgment in design criteria, evaluation, and design.
  • Collaborate with engineers and designers across disciplines and work to identify and resolve potential design issues.
  • Contribute to a safe environment for substation personnel, contractors, and the public.
Education, Skills, and Abilities Required
  • An Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), certification in CAD or 2 to 4 years of prior relevant experience in utility substation engineering. High School diploma/GED is required.
  • Understanding of the utility grid (power generation, transmission, and distribution) system.
  • Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion with business information.
  • Self-motivated, ability to work independently as well as in a team environment, reliable, trustworthy, as well as technically competent.
  • Demonstrated time management skills.
  • Proven AutoCAD or MicroStation skills.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office based applications.
  • Ability to constructively manage multiple tasks.
  • Ability to travel up to 10%. Overnight stay may be required.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Functions:Physical requirements involve performing general office activities. The role will also require the incumbent to sit for long periods of time.

Working Environment:Indoor climate-controlled office environment.

Career Progression

The CAD Technician I is an entry level position within the substation engineering design group. Career progression may include advancement into higher CAD Technician positions within the substation engineering design group.

DRG Technical Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual's actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.

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