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Leidos Inc

CAD Drafter

Leidos Inc, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Leidos is in search of a

CAD Drafter

to join our Substation Section. You will work with engineers, designers and drafters to draft accurate drawing packages for utility power delivery projects using AutoCAD. Location

The ideal candidate will be within a commutable distance to Chicago, IL. This role will be a hybrid opportunity, with potential for remote work. Responsibilities

Draft and detail drawing packages for utility power delivery projects using AutoCAD.

Collaborate with engineers and fellow drafters to ensure accuracy and adherence to project standards and markups.

Assist in updating drawings based on engineer-provided markups with high attention to detail.

What you will bring to the table

High school diploma or drafting certificate and 4+ months of drafting and detailing experience with AutoCAD. Coursework and project work will be considered.

Proficiency with manipulation of vector and raster drawing files in AutoCAD.

Ability to create or modify drawings from engineer-provided markups with strong attention to detail.

Knowledge of file sharing, document management and collaboration tools (ProjectWise, FTP, SharePoint, Fusion, Meridian, Autodesk Vault, Workfront, etc.).

Strong verbal and written communication skills within a team environment.

Highly organized, efficient, and detail oriented.

Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced engineering/production environment.

Nice to have

Associate's Degree.

Experience with protection and control and substation physical drawings for electric utility transmission projects.

Ability to comprehend and implement a wide range of client CAD standards.

3-D modelling experience in MicroStation, AutoCAD, and/or Inventor.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical.

Knowledge of VBA and/or AutoLisp.

QA/QC of drawings produced by the drafting team.

Experience creating process improvement policies, tools, and client-specific CAD guides for drafting and engineering teams.

Experience in document control, drawing records management, and IFC issuance (preliminary and final).

Leidos is a trusted technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunications expertise.

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