Electrical CAD Technician

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.

CAD Operator preparing layout and designs of technical project data for NEI Electric Power Engineering. Specializing in electrical substations, transmission lines, and related designs.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timeLakewood • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $26 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in CAD operations, particularly with AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, and Bentley MicroStation, while demonstrating strong drafting skills and the ability to adapt to project changes. Effective communication and teamwork capabilities are essential for collaborating with engineers and designers.

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AutoCAD ProficiencyAutodesk Civil 3D KnowledgeBentley MicroStation ExperienceTechnical Drafting SkillsEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

DraftingTechnical DesignLayout PreparationElectronic DraftingDrawing Modification

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADMicrosoft Office SuiteAutodesk Civil 3DBentley MicroStation

Industry Keywords

Electrical SubstationsTransmission LinesConcrete FoundationsSteel StructuresDrafting Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

While operating a computer-aided design (CAD) system, the CAD Operator prepares layout and designs of technical project data.
Industry design specialization may exist (e.g. electrical substations, transmission lines, concrete foundations, steel structures etc.).
From data and sketches develop professional looking design documents.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to frequent project changes
Ability to follow complex instructions and diagrams to create or modify drawings using company and client drafting standards
Accuracy and effectiveness in electronic drafting
Perform drawing and technology research
Coordinate with designers, technicians, engineers, and other personnel to incorporate concepts and information into drawing packages
Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently with minimal oversight.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience: 2+ years of drafting or relevant experience
Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
Proficiency with and/or knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D, and Bentley MicroStation preferred
Good written and oral communications skills
Good interpersonal and people skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development, training, career coaching, job shadowing and mentoring program.
Tuition reimbursement.
RTD pass
401(k) with Matching
Paid vacation and sick time
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with 100% employer-paid premium for the employee
Company-paid Basic Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
HSA and PPO options
Flex spending/Cafeteria Plan
Paid holidays
Culture of excellence and continuous improvement
Annual bonus opportunities based upon individual & company performance; additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance