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Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Drafter – Structural

Structural EngineeringUpdated on Nov 5
Full-timeChattanooga, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience in 2D AutoCAD drafting, with a background in civil or structural drawing development and detailing.
  • Basic knowledge of ASTM, AISC, and ACI standards.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
  • Ability to work with moderate supervision in a small or medium-sized office setting.
  • An associate's degree in Drafting & Design.
  • Ability to bend, lift, climb, and walk on uneven surfaces.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with developing and maintaining 2D and 3D models of structural framing and reinforced concrete using CAD software.
  • Produce detailed design drawings, including overall plans, enlarged plans, sections, elevations, and details, in collaboration with engineers, based on conceptual sketches, specifications, and engineering calculations and following QISG or client-specific standards.
  • Participate in developing and updating QISG drafting standards for structural CAD drawings for substations, buildings, transmission line foundations, and other structural and foundation-related work.
  • Assist engineers in reviewing structural steel fabrication drawings and reinforced concrete drawings to verify compliance with design intent and project specifications.
  • Interface with and support project teams, learn new software, and develop new deliverables for varying structural project scopes.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure workmanship standards.
  • Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of work.
  • Work under the supervision of a Lead Designer or Engineering Manager in a professional office setting.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the utility industry or commercial building industry performing CAD or design work for high-voltage substation or commercial building projects.
  • Experience with MicroStation software.
  • Experience with 3D and BIM design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Inventor, or Revit.

About the Company

Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Quanta Services builds, upgrades and repairs the power lines, substations, pipelines and communications networks that utilities, power producers and large energy users rely on. It runs its own training school, Northwest Lineman College, which prepares workers for electric line work at campuses in several states. Quanta works through regional operating companies that handle engineering, construction, storm restoration and routine upkeep for their customers. Clients pay under long-term master service agreements for ongoing work and under fixed-price or cost-based contracts for large projects. Quanta was founded in 1997 by combining four electrical contractors and is based in Houston, Texas.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1997

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