CAD Technician

At Exo, engineering isn’t just a job — it’s a craft we love, a team we trust, and a place where great people come to do the best work of their careers. We’re a small, high-performance engineering team built on clarity, quality, and deep expertise. That size is our advantage: we move fast, stay flexible, and keep our focus exactly where it belongs — on our people, our projects, and our clients.

We’re a team of passionate engineers who genuinely enjoy the work and enjoy working together. You’ll find experts who freely share knowledge and leaders who backstop the team. We care about expertise, we care about growth, and we care about delivering outcomes that genuinely matter — for our clients and to each other. And yes — we have fun doing it.

This role is part of Exo’s Overhead Transmission Line Engineering group, focused on designing and delivering the best overhead line projects. You’ll work with experts who love this industry and tackle challenging technical work that shapes the grid.

If you want to join a place where your performance is recognized, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt immediately, you’ll fit right in. Here, you’ll tackle challenging power-delivery projects, collaborate with people who love this industry, and contribute to a company that’s shaping it. We’re building something special — nimble, ambitious, fair, and full of good energy — and we’re looking for people who want to help shape what comes next.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop drawings and deliverables in collaboration with design teams.
• Develop drawings for design submittals based on engineering markups, calculations, and specifications based on direction from the design team.
• Conduct drafting using drafting software and internal tools.
• Work within a team.
• Provide input to project planning efforts.
• Communicate proactively regarding drawing issues, conflicts, or missing information.
• Participate in project meetings.
• Produce design work following quality procedures.
• Ensure designs meet client standards, safety, design code, constructability, and cost-efficiency requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent (drafting or design).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in software described in Key Competencies.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.

Key Competencies

• Experienced drafting capability.
• Collaboration within team environments.
• Willingness to accept mentoring and knowledge sharing from more experienced staff.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• CAD Software (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, Other).

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation.
• Ability to view and interpret detailed drawings and technical documents on screens for extended durations.
• Occasional standing, walking, or moving between work areas.
• Ability to lift and carry light materials (up to 15–20 pounds) as needed.
• Visual acuity sufficient to perform detailed drafting and quality checks.

Mental and Cognitive Work Demands

• High level of concentration and attention to detail for extended periods.
• Ability to interpret complex technical information and translate it into accurate drawings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify and resolve drafting or design inconsistencies.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and shifting priorities.
• Capacity to collaborate effectively while also working independently.
• Willingness to continuously learn new tools, standards, and industry practices.

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in a professional office environment, with periodic travel to construction sites, substations, or utility infrastructure locations.
• Field visits may involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions, construction activity, and industrial environments, and may require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $28-38.00 Hourly, depending on experience

Reports to: Vice President, Engineering Services

Note: The above job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements typically associated with the role of a Experienced Drafter. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on organizational requirements and industry standards.

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