CAD Drafter, Level II

Leidos

. Execute accurate drafting of drawing packages for utility power delivery projects using MicroStation and AutoCAD .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $40,300 - $72,850 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and detailing for utility power delivery projects using AutoCAD and MicroStation, with a strong focus on accuracy and adherence to client CAD standards. Proficient in creating a variety of electrical drawings and collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AutoCAD ProficiencyMicroStation ProficiencyDrafting Principles Knowledge2+ Years Drafting ExperienceStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

DraftingDetailingElectrical DrawingsVector Drawing ManipulationRaster Drawing Manipulation3-D ModellingVBA ProgrammingAutoLisp Programming

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsEfficiencyTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeWindows Operating SystemProjectWiseFTPSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate of Applied Science in Drafting and DesignDrafting Certificate

Industry Keywords

Utility Power DeliverySubstation DraftingProtection & ControlSCADACommunications Drawings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

VBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute accurate drafting of drawing packages for utility power delivery projects using MicroStation and AutoCAD
Complete drafting assignments for Protection & Control, SCADA, and Communications drawings, including single line diagrams, schematics, layouts, elevations, panel views, wiring diagrams, interconnection drawings, AC/DC station service drawings, and other project-scope drawings
Complete drafting assignments for physical electrical drawings, including general arrangements, electrical plans/elevations, sections/details, foundation plans/details, structural details, grounding plans/details, raceway plans/details, equipment vendor files, and other project-scope drawings
Provide cross-office CAD production support as needed
Coordinate with CAD leads across Leidos offices to manage workload demands while maintaining quality and schedule commitments
Interact with engineers, designers, drafters, and other disciplines including Substation, Protection & Controls, and Civil Structural

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate of Applied Science in Drafting and Design degree from an accredited institution
High school diploma/Drafting certificate with additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
2+ years of drafting and detailing experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; coursework/project experience will be considered
Knowledge of drafting principles, techniques and procedures
Proficiency with manipulation of vector and raster drawing files in AutoCAD and MicroStation
Ability to create and/or modify drawings from engineer-provided markups with a high level of attention to details
Proficiency with Windows operating system environments
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Strong professional verbal and written communication skills within a team environment
Highly organized and efficient
Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced engineering/production environment
Preferred: Experience working with utility doing substation drafting
Preferred: Experience with file sharing, document management and collaboration tools such as ProjectWise, FTP, SharePoint, etc.
Preferred: Ability to understand and implement a wide range of client CAD standards
Preferred: Experience with 3-D modelling in MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, etc.
Preferred: Programing knowledge of VBA and/or AutoLisp

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work hours/work arrangements
Technical & non-technical training opportunities
Mentorship Program
Career development and growth opportunities