Engineering Tech - CAD

Position Overview

The CAD Technician provides document management support for Substation Engineering. Under the guidance of the Document Manager, the contract CAD Technician assists the Engineering Analysts by revising existing drawings from as‐built field corrections and, after training, by updating Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages. Documents include internal Client drawings, external vendor drawings, and supporting documents. After additional training, the position will assist the Engineering Tech in liaising between engineering and field personnel by:
creating and publishing new Issued for Construction drawing packages,
gathering technical information and up-to-date drawings for projects,
creating new 3D material coded parts for electrical substation models,
using the Autodesk Vault 3D parts library to create 3D substation models, and
generating drawings based on one-line and substation standards.
Contract CAD Technician work is performed in an office. Travel is not required; however, optional field visits are available as a training opportunity.

Location: Wichita, KS

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in revising existing drawings based on as-built field corrections.
• Update Issued for Construction drawing packages after appropriate training.
• Create and publish new Issued for Construction drawing packages.
• Gather technical information and maintain up-to-date drawings for projects.
• Develop new 3D material coded parts for electrical substation models.
• Utilize the Autodesk Vault 3D parts library to create 3D substation models.
• Generate drawings based on one-line and substation standard drawings.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Education in the use of Autodesk CAD products is essential.
• Must be computer fluent with proficiency in Autodesk CAD software and the MS Office suite.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to self-check for accuracy and willingness to accept guidance.
• Strong attention to detail, persistence, and a positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience Required: Several years of CAD experience is preferred, though recent graduates in a technology-related field will also be considered.