Drafter I

PDS 8 / Power Delivery SubstationThis position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.Mesa seeks an entry-level substation drafter that is looking to start their career in the electric power industry. This position is for our Power Delivery Substation group which supports various clients across the United States.What We’re Looking ForFast learner – You can pick up new concepts, standards, and software quickly.Self-starter – You’ll get direction from senior engineers and designers, but you’re comfortable hunting down answers on your own when the path isn’t obvious.Clear communicator – You feel comfortable reaching out to others with questions and can communicate professionally face-to-face, on the phone, and over email.What You’ll LearnSubstation Protection & Controls concepts – How power system protection equipment (CTs, VTs, Relays, etc.) is connected and used within substations.Design Software – Autodesk AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Excel, etc.Project lifecycle – How a project moves from conception, through design, to completion.Cross-disciplinary collaboration – Working alongside senior engineers, designers, project managers, and client personnel.What You’ll Do Work on a team of drafters, designers, and engineersProduce complete engineering drawing packages based on directions from engineers and designers, including:Single-line & three-line diagramsPanel layouts and control house layoutsAC & DC schematicsWiring diagramsBill-of-Materials and cable schedulesWork towards increasing your knowledge of client preferences and design standardsWhat You’ll EarnPaid Time OffHoliday Pay – 10 Days AnnuallyGroup Medical/Dental InsuranceLife Insurance (Company Paid)Disability Insurance (Company Paid)401(K) Retirement Savings plan401(K) Matching ContributionSection 125/Cafeteria PlanLong Term Care InsuranceTuition ReimbursementFitness Center ReimbursementAnnual Performance Bonus9/80 Work Schedule OptionFSA and HSA OptionsNotice to External Search Firms: Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Mesa Associates, Inc. Talent Acquisition engages with approved search firms directly for specific hiring needs.