Open Position · Design

Utility CAD / GIS Designer

The Utility CAD / GIS Designer supports project managers and engineers with the preparation of construction documents, capital improvement plans, schematics, one-line diagrams, maps, and staking plans.

LocationWest side of Indianapolis

TypeFull-time

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The role

Duties & responsibilities

Job requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

Prepare design drawings covering site, plan, profiles, details, sections, and bills of material, working from engineer sketches, mark-ups, and/or detailed verbal instructions.
Perform electrical project designs including substation plan layouts, section cuts, physical details, ground-grid design, lightning design, and other physical substation components.
Follow all company, client, and project design and drafting standards.
Perform drawing, planning, development, and production work, including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations, on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
Perform assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing system components, and refining rough sketches.
Produce design drawings within scope, budget, and schedule, completing tasks within budgeted hours and deadlines.
Compute volume calculations for conduit, lightning, and grounding designs under the direction of the engineer.
Maintain and create system maps, capital improvement plans, and utility construction plans.
Develop, measure, and distribute survey and aerial mapping datasets.
Manage, organize, and maintain geospatial datasets, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for project stakeholders.
Support data-management and archival strategies for long-term accessibility and security.
Own the drafting / GIS QA-QC process.
Further develop, implement, and deploy CAD / ESRI standards.
All other duties as assigned.

What it takes

Key competencies

Understanding of design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ESRI ArcGIS, and Excel to develop deliverables, plus the ability to learn new design programs.
Ability to use both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
Solid understanding of AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical (and the corresponding suite of products), its applications, and practices.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Experience coordinating CAD files, improving workflow, and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of drafting and GIS principles.
Experience with the Microsoft Office suite and email tools.

Background

Education & experience

A degree in Drafting, Construction Management, or a related field.
Relevant work experience in the construction industry.
Accurate and accountable in completing assigned tasks.
Organized, with the ability to multi-task.
Good technical skills.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Professionalism with customers, owners, vendors, and co-workers.
Motivation to continually learn while maintaining a positive attitude.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects with conflicting deadlines.

To be considered, email your resume to hr@alphaeng.us. Principals only. No contractors or recruiters, and please, no phone calls.