What are the responsibilities and job description for the Draftsperson position at St. Louis Office?
Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.
Orbital is currently seeking a Draftsperson to work remotely for our St. Louis, MO office. The Draftsperson assists an engineer and/or a designer in the drafting, and development of projects for Orbital’s customers using Computer Aided Design (CAD) to develop related engineering/manufacturing documentation. Attention to detail, clear communication and thoroughness are required to be successful in this role.
Essential duties and responsibilities
- Assist engineers in the design, drafting and development of engineering systems
- Preparation of various electrical drawings according to client and company standards including equipment plans and elevations and details, conduit routing plans and elevations, grounding plans and details, single line diagrams, schematic diagrams, and wiring diagrams.
- Interpretation and translation of field notes into electronic drawing deliverables
- Perform field visits to heavy industrial plants and utility substations to verify accuracy of drawings.
- Design/Drafting in AutoCAD and/or Bentley MicroStation products.
- Preparation of electrical lists and bills of material from design drawings.
- Interface with engineering and design staff to complete single and multidiscipline projects.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Associates Degree in Computer Aided Drafting Design or high school diploma and at least one year of drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
- Knowledge of standard computer drafting tools ( i.e., AutoCad or Microstation)
- Ability to multitask between multiple projects
- Education or Experience with 3D drafting software is preferred
Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.
A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.
Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.