Substation Drafter

Description

The Drafter will be a collaborative, detail-oriented member of the Substation Engineering Group, responsible for preparing civil and electrical drawings in support of energy infrastructure projects. Working alongside engineers and consultants, this role contributes to the production of structural, foundation, and electrical drawings for power substation projects — including sections, plans, electrical one-lines, and schematics — serving clients across Westwood's Power market portfolio.

This position is an excellent entry point for a motivated drafter who takes pride in accurate, high-quality work and is eager to build foundational expertise in the power utility space within a team-oriented consulting environment.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform computer-aided design and drafting of all engineering products and deliverables, including sections, plans, electrical one-line diagrams, and schematics for substation projects.
• Support the preparation of structural, foundation, and electrical drawings for power substation infrastructure under the direction of engineering staff.
• Collaborate with engineers and fellow drafters to identify and correct discrepancies in drawings and designs.
• Self-check all completed work for accuracy and completeness prior to submitting to the assigned supervisor or reviewer.
• Understand and adhere to project schedules and quality requirements, completing drawings accurately and efficiently.
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments, maintaining flexibility to accommodate changes in work scope or priorities as project needs evolve.
• Actively support full project delivery, including correspondence via phone or email, attendance at project meetings, and contribution to other project documentation as required.
• Provide interdepartmental support as needed to advance team and organizational goals.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working experience with AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong results orientation with the ability to prioritize, plan, and exercise sound judgment when managing competing demands.
• Ability to invite and incorporate constructive feedback as part of a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to function effectively within a team-oriented culture of cooperation and collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are preferred but not required for consideration:

• Associate's degree in Design and Drafting Technology or a related field of study.
• 3 or more years of CAD experience; AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D experience preferred.
• Prior experience drafting civil and structural drawings.
• Familiarity with transmission, distribution, and/or substation projects in the electric utility industry.

Competencies Required:

Technical Proficiency: Applies discipline-specific knowledge, codes, and engineering principles to produce accurate, high-quality work.

Digital Technology: Effectively uses existing and emerging digital tools to improve design quality and project delivery.

Communication & Presentation: Communicates clearly in written, verbal, and visual formats — translating technical content effectively for any audience.

Collaboration & Teamwork: Works generously and constructively with colleagues across disciplines, offices, and organizations to achieve shared goals.

Adaptability & Resilience: Responds constructively to changing conditions, recovers from setbacks quickly, and maintains effectiveness under pressure.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.