Senior Electrical CAD Operator

New York Power Authority • White Plains, NY • 3h ago

Location:

White Plains, US

Summary

Focuses on the documentation, illustration, and digital modelling of engineering designs and processes. Assesses engineering requirements and translates them into technical blueprints, drawings, layouts, and simulation models using CAD/CAM/CAE software or applying standard CAD/CAM/CAE techniques to digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings of systems, structures and components. Customizes CAD/CAM/CAE software to create complex technical designs.

Creates Civil/Structural, Electrical, Lighting and Mechanical technical design drawings using computer aided design software. Provides Research Support (Site, WPO, External Resources). Plots and Reproduces drawings. Coordinates drawings with external resources on Capital and nonrecurring O&M projects.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of moderately complex drafting tasks using appropriate Computer Aided Design Drawing (CADD) software.

Prepares preliminary sketches and/or schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, accurate layout details and assembly drawings, detailed drawings of parts, assemblies, and related items.

Develops drawings from sketches and data provided by Engineers and Designers.

Work is performed on new drawings or as revisions to existing drawings.

Organizes design drawings following generally accepted practices to ensure constructability and consistency with design intent.

Assists other CAD Operators in developing skills and techniques for efficient and accurate drawing production.

Draft, plot and scan drawings. Load paper, ink and print heads on the plotters.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to prepare moderately complex design and construction drawings in a clear, efficient and accurate manner.

Requires working knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, construction techniques, generally accepted drafting practices and standards.

Knowledge of internal/external CADD issues in order to improve quality and production of design drawings.

Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and Raster Design.

Experience with Engineering Document Management Systems (EDMS) is required.

Basic communications skills are necessary to interact with others within the department. Communication skills must be at a level where the incumbent can request data, organize technical information, and advise others of potential technical conflicts in the work product.

Requires a good understanding of related design disciplines.

Can expedite work in accordance with priorities as determined by the Design Supervisor. Able to handle multiple projects.

Can adjust to changing project requirements, priorities and assignments.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School diploma or Technical trade school certification.

Minimum of 4 years of applicable industry related CAD Operator experience in Drafting

Minimum 2 years experience must be from a utility or and A-E firm.

Physical Requirements

Approximately 10% travel primarily within NY State. As required, on occasion there may be travel out of NY State for inspections of equipment or for training purposes.

Potential for exposure to cold, heat, noise, dust, chemicals, solvents and/or any other substances typically found at a Generation or Transmission facility.

Exposure is minimized through proper planning and support from site personnel.

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $71,000 - $97,900. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email? accessibility@nypa.gov .

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