Description

We are in search of a CAD Drafter to join our diverse and dynamic organization out of our Chicago office. 

This role is hybrid, working 3 days/week in the Chicago office and 2 days/week remote. 

As a core team member of our Substation Section, you will be interacting with an established group of engineers, designers and drafters, playing a valuable   part in executing drafting of accurate drawing packages for utility power delivery projects, using MicroStation and AutoCAD. 

If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

In this role, you can expect to grow:

• With opportunities for both technical and non-technical training
• By participating in our mentorship program

What   you will bring to the table:

• HS diploma or drafting certificate
• Level 1: Less than 1 year of drafting and detailing experience with AutoCAD and/or Microstation. Coursework and project work will be considered. 
• Level 2: 3+ years of drafting and detailing experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. Coursework and project work will be considered.
• Proficiency with the 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.
• Skilled with file sharing, document management and collaboration tools such as ProjectWise, FTP, SharePoint, Fusion, Meridian, Autodesk Vault, Workfront etc
• Highly organized, efficient, and detail oriented.
• Ability to perform tasks in a fast paced engineering/production environment.

It   would be nice if you had:

• AS degree in Drafting and Design degree from an accredited institution 
• Skilled with protection and control and substation physical drawings for electric utility transmission projects
• The ability to comprehend and implement a wide range of client CAD standards.
• Familiarity with 3-D modelling in MicroStation, AutoCAD, and/or Inventor.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical
• Knowledge of VBA and/or AutoLisp.
• QA/QC of drawings produced by the drafting team.
• Command of creating process improvement policies, tools, and client specific CAD guides for drafting and engineering teams.
• Knowledge of Doc Control, Drawing Records Management, Preliminary and final IFC issuance.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 45,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.