Drafter

Paradigm Power Delivery, a Babcock Power company, is dedicated to the design, construction and servicing of electrical power lines and substations, ensuring high-quality service and a safe work environment for our customers and employees. Our goal is to provide our customers with service and products that we would want for ourselves, while fostering a working environment that our employees can thrive in. In essence, that’s our PARADIGM.

Why Paradigm? Join our high-growth team and work alongside industry experts to contribute to the success of our power delivery business. This could be your opportunity to grow your career with new opportunities to succeed. Be part of building something that both clients and employees want to be part of.

Position Summary

The Drafter will be responsible for the drafting, layout, production, communication, and overall presentation for all drawing deliverables for the engineering efforts.

• Ability to draft legible drawings that adhere to client, industry, and company standards.
• Ability to utilize AutoDesk software.
• Ability to create both 2D and 3D designs.
• Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and clients to streamline workflow and improve project delivery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure alignment of technical specifications while delivering high-quality engineering outputs.
• Be actively involved in the preparation of proposals and business development activities.
• Be proactive in supporting construction operations with a problem-solving mindset.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to improve power system studies.

• Associate's/technical degree in an accredited drafting program, or sufficient industry experience
• 1+ year drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, preferably in an engineering work environment
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in power system analysis and studies.
• Previous experience working in the US market.
• Ability to travel to the Overland Park office for training, development, team building, and client engagement activities.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with a commitment to meeting deadlines.

Education and Experience

• 3+ years drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, preferably in an engineering work environment
• Proficiency with Autodesk Raster Design and/or Bentley Descartes
• Experience interpreting substation electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, and/or substation physical/civil drawings
• Experience working with scaled drawings
• Working knowledge of survey coordinate systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with ProjectWise File Management System
• Experience with the InEight Document software
• Reliable, detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of assigned tasks