Idaho Power
Idaho Power – Design and AutoCAD Drafting Specialist
Idaho Power, located in vibrant Boise, Idaho, is looking for a Design and AutoCAD Drafting Specialist to join our Planning, Engineering, and Construction team. This position plays a critical role in communities across Idaho and Oregon and is based at Idaho Power’s downtown Boise location. Flexible schedules and up to 40% remote work are available. Relocation assistance may be provided.
Application Deadline & Contact Apply through the Employee Portal. Deadline: 10/26/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time.
For application assistance, contact the Recruiting Office: Phone: 208-388-2965 or Email: jobs@idahopower.com.
Responsibilities A Design and AutoCAD Drafting Specialist supports Station Engineers, Station Designers, and Station Leaders in creating accurate and complete design packages, standards documentation, and construction specifications. Key duties include:
Producing complete, accurate engineering documents using AutoCAD, AssetSuite, Access, Excel, and PDF editing software.
Generating working drawings and illustrations from sketches, notes, and catalog information.
Creating and managing material requests, bills of material, and cable lists.
Resolving material discrepancies between bills of material and material requests.
Maintaining the CAD manual, block libraries, standard modules, manufacturer drawings, project processes, and engineering documentation.
Developing and delivering CAD training for engineers and designers.
Providing troubleshooting support for CAD issues and assisting designers and consultants throughout the design process.
Managing engineering documents and drawings within the document management system.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements
Associate degree in a related field or completion of a two‑year vocational/technical training program.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Two (2) years of experience in utility structural drafting, control drafting, or a related field.
Preferred: Three (3) years of experience in station design/construction processes and procedures.
Preferred: Associate degree in CADD technology.
Knowledge and Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Drafting and CADD
PDF editing software (Bluebeam)
Civil and structural engineering drawings
Electrical drawings and schematics
Legal descriptions and easements
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) drafting standards
Basic electricity
AutoCAD (Advanced 2022 Edition)
Advanced Bluebeam PDF Editing
Asset Suite (labor entry, purchasing card, inventory)
Meridian Document Management System
Professional Competencies
Adaptability
Building Customer Loyalty
Collaborating
Communication
Influencing
Initiating Action
Managing Work
Quality Orientation
Safety Focus
Physical Requirements Desk/computer work for extended periods. Fine motor skills for typing, dialing phones, filing paper. Occasional lifts no more than 10 lbs. Contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.
Benefits Competitive pay and benefits, employee incentive plan, 401(k) employer match, and pension plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws. Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H‑1B visa.
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Application Deadline & Contact Apply through the Employee Portal. Deadline: 10/26/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time.
For application assistance, contact the Recruiting Office: Phone: 208-388-2965 or Email: jobs@idahopower.com.
Responsibilities A Design and AutoCAD Drafting Specialist supports Station Engineers, Station Designers, and Station Leaders in creating accurate and complete design packages, standards documentation, and construction specifications. Key duties include:
Producing complete, accurate engineering documents using AutoCAD, AssetSuite, Access, Excel, and PDF editing software.
Generating working drawings and illustrations from sketches, notes, and catalog information.
Creating and managing material requests, bills of material, and cable lists.
Resolving material discrepancies between bills of material and material requests.
Maintaining the CAD manual, block libraries, standard modules, manufacturer drawings, project processes, and engineering documentation.
Developing and delivering CAD training for engineers and designers.
Providing troubleshooting support for CAD issues and assisting designers and consultants throughout the design process.
Managing engineering documents and drawings within the document management system.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements
Associate degree in a related field or completion of a two‑year vocational/technical training program.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Two (2) years of experience in utility structural drafting, control drafting, or a related field.
Preferred: Three (3) years of experience in station design/construction processes and procedures.
Preferred: Associate degree in CADD technology.
Knowledge and Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Drafting and CADD
PDF editing software (Bluebeam)
Civil and structural engineering drawings
Electrical drawings and schematics
Legal descriptions and easements
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) drafting standards
Basic electricity
AutoCAD (Advanced 2022 Edition)
Advanced Bluebeam PDF Editing
Asset Suite (labor entry, purchasing card, inventory)
Meridian Document Management System
Professional Competencies
Adaptability
Building Customer Loyalty
Collaborating
Communication
Influencing
Initiating Action
Managing Work
Quality Orientation
Safety Focus
Physical Requirements Desk/computer work for extended periods. Fine motor skills for typing, dialing phones, filing paper. Occasional lifts no more than 10 lbs. Contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.
Benefits Competitive pay and benefits, employee incentive plan, 401(k) employer match, and pension plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws. Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H‑1B visa.
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