Drafter/CAD Operator IV

Position Summary

TTI is seeking Drafter/CAD Operator IVs to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. This role supports the development, revision, and maintenance of AutoCAD drawings for substation, transmission, and power system projects, with a strong emphasis on construction-driven design updates, redline incorporation, and drawing review.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience interpreting and implementing design changes from construction documents, redlines, and field conditions, and is comfortable working across electrical, structural, and renovation-based projects.

This position is a full-time, hourly role with a current rate of $31.40 per hour, plus a $5.42 per hour health and wellness benefit.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and maintain AutoCAD drawings including plans, sections, details, and assembly diagrams for power system infrastructure.
• Interpret and incorporate redlines, markups, and plan review (PAL) comments into drawing updates with accuracy and attention to intent.
• Review construction drawings and documents to identify required updates, inconsistencies, or missing information.
• Apply practical knowledge of construction processes, structural elements, and electrical systems to support design modifications.
• Develop and update drawings based on as-built conditions, renovation changes, and field-verified data.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and field teams to translate design intent into accurate and buildable drawings.
• Perform drawing reviews and quality checks to ensure compliance with project standards, codes, and WAPA requirements.
• Interpret engineering layouts, specifications, and diagrams to support design revisions and troubleshoot drafting issues.
• Extract and compile engineering data from field notes, reports, and existing documentation to support drawing updates.
• Identify design conflicts or constructability concerns and escalate or recommend solutions as appropriate.
• Support field visits as needed to validate conditions, gather data, and update drawings accordingly.
• Supports additional tasks and responsibilities as directed by supervisors to meet mission and program needs, with flexibility to support evolving team requirements and opportunities for growth, expanded responsibilities, and training.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience with:
• Construction-related drafting and design updates, including redlines and drawing revisions.
• Reading and interpreting construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Electrical systems and drawings, including substation or power distribution environments.
• Drafting standards (ANSI, Military Specifications, or WAPA Standards).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and ability to produce and revise professional-quality drawings.
• Ability to interpret and implement changes from markups, redlines, and review comments.
• Working knowledge of basic electricity, including DC circuits, AC theory, and power system equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies, errors, or missing information in design data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical degree in drafting, design, or a related field.
• Experience supporting construction, renovation, or infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Exposure to structural and/or electrical design coordination.
• Experience with as-built documentation and field verification processes.
• Familiarity with WAPA design standards and procedures.

Physical & Other Requirements

• Ability to travel occasionally to field sites for research and verification of as-built conditions.
• Ability to work in both office and substation environments as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.40 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable working M - TH, 6AM to 4PM?
• Do you have hands-on experience incorporating redlines, markups, or plan review comments into CAD drawings?
• Do you have experience reading and updating construction drawings (including architectural, structural, or electrical plans)?
• Have you updated drawings based on field conditions, as-built changes, or construction-driven revisions?

Location:

• Phoenix, AZ 85009 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Phoenix, AZ 85009 (Required)

Work Location: In person