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Transmission Drafter

Transmission Drafter

hdrPhoenix, Arizona, United States
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Transmission Drafter-(185873)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves : What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story :

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of a team that executes technical design of Transmission engineering projects ranging in scale from simple structure replacements to large greenfield design projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who is eager to learn and take on new challenges.

In the role of a Transmission Drafter, we'll count on you to :

  • Work with the AZ / NM Transmission design team, under the direct supervision of a Transmission Project Manager, or design engineer.
  • Assist in developing technical design drawings including Plan & Profile drawings, structure framing drawings, stringing charts, materials lists and other details as required for the design with direct input from the design team.
  • Responsible for the creation of CAD files utilizing geospatial resources, historic drawings, vendor cut sheets and other resources to be used in engineering design.
  • Prepare structure reinforcement drawings for lattice steel towers based upon historic drawings with input from design engineer, project team, and subject matter experts.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Candidates located in the Phoenix area are preferred.
  • Consulting engineering or utility engineering experience preferred.
  • Proficient using Bluebeam, Global Mapper, and / or PLS-CADD.
  • Openness and willingness to work on cross-functional assignments in adjacent industries (substation, distribution, civil / structural, etc.)
  • Responsible for learning, understanding, and implementing CAD knowledge; learning client standards, practices, and procedures to ensure that work produced conforms to both client and HDR standards and expectations.
  • Associate of Applied Science in Computer Aided Drafting or equivalent 1-4 years work experience required.
  • Prepare construction documents using AutoCAD and Microstation.
  • Proficient use of CAD software to produce civil, structural, and plan & profile drawings.
  • Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite, AutoDesk, and Microstation.
  • Ability to work closely and coordinate projects with engineering staff and designers.
  • Ability to work in a fast-changing environment and manage multiple projects at one time.
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must.

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    Required Qualifications

  • Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
  • Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
  • Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
  • Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

    • What We Believe

    HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

    Our Commitment

    As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

    Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic / Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

    Primary Location

    United States-Arizona-Phoenix

    Industry

    Power

    Schedule

    Full-time

    Employee Status

    RegularBusinessClass : Transmission / Distribution Eng

    Job Posting

    Jun 19, 2025

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