Drafter

We are seeking a Civil Drafter with 3-15 years of experience supporting transmission line design projects. This role focuses on preparing and modifying civil and structural design drawings using AutoCAD for overhead transmission line projects.

About the role

The ideal candidate will have experience working on linear infrastructure projects such as transmission lines, pipelines, roadways, or similar corridor-based designs and a strong understanding of civil drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise civil and transmission line design drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop plan and profile drawings, alignment sheets, and grading plans for linear infrastructure projects.
• Support transmission line engineering teams with drafting for structure locations and profiles, access roads and right-of-way layouts, and foundations, grading, and civil details.
• Interpret and apply engineering redlines, sketches, and design specifications.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and project managers to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain drawing files, layers, and standards in accordance with company and client requirements.
• Assist with drawing updates throughout different project phases (preliminary through IFC).
• Ensure drawings comply with applicable design codes, standards, and quality requirements.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of drafting experience in civil or utility-related projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for civil or linear infrastructure design.
• Experience working on linear projects such as transmission or distribution lines, pipelines, roadways, or highways.
• Strong understanding of civil drafting conventions, layers, scales, and symbology.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple drawing packages.

Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting overhead transmission line projects.
• Familiarity with right-of-way layouts, access roads, or grading plans.
• Experience working with survey data and base mapping.
• Exposure to utility or power delivery environments.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Experience with other civil CAD tools is a plus (e.g., Civil 3D or similar).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.

Work Environment

This position requires in-person work 4 days a week with the opportunity for one flexible day per week. The role involves collaboration with multiple engineering disciplines, including structural, electrical, and civil design.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $38.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave).

Schedule

This is a contract position based in Birmingham, AL, with an anticipated closing date of August 21, 2026.