Electrical Drafter I or II

Location:  

Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for an Electrical Drafter I or II located at the Columbus General Office in Columbus, Nebraska.  Position closes December 10, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. 

Position Summary

Electrical Drafter I - Responsible for creating and revising electrical/electronic design drawings of low to medium complexity. This includes understanding and entering associated drawing metadata. Work is performed through a variety of technical computer applications.

Electrical Drafter II - Responsible for creating and revising electrical/electronic design drawings of medium to high complexity. The position is also responsible for designing lower difficulty control plans. This includes understanding and entering associated metadata. Work is performed through a variety of technical computer applications.

Education, Training and Experience

Electrical Drafter I - Associate degree in electromechanical, electrical or a related technology OR post high school education or similar military training in electromechanical, electrical or a related technology with one (1) year of experience in a drafting/design environment and/or application of electrical theory and principles OR high school diploma/GED with three (3) years of electromechanical or electrical experience in the drafting/design environment.  Basic AutoCAD knowledge and experience preferred.

Electrical Drafter II - Associate degree in electromechanical, electrical or a related technology with two (2) years’ experience in a drafting/design environment OR post high school education or similar military training in electromechanical, electrical or a related technology with three (3) years of experience in a drafting/design environment and/or application of electrical theory and principles OR high school diploma/GED with four (4) years of electromechanical or electrical experience in the drafting/design environment.  Intermediate to advanced AutoCAD knowledge with a minimum of 2 years’ experience preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications

May require badging for CNS. May require NERC access.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Electrical Drafter I

Create and revise drawings utilizing Computer-Aided Design (CAD) applications (AutoCAD), personal computers, engravers and plotters. Comprehend technical mark-ups, engineering data, and a variety of computer application requirements. Accurately apply designs to standard drawing layouts and metadata to computer applications.

Research drawing information, vendor and material resources within and outside NPPD to acquire accurate drawing information. Obtain and record facility information through facility inspections. Ensure drawings accurately reflect facility infrastructure. Assist the Drafting Structural/Civil Group upon request.

Provide support for CAD System Technical Analyst as needed.

Electrical Drafter II

Create and revise drawings including but not limited to T&D, GGS, Sheldon, Telecom, Exhibits, Switch Maps, Nameplates, SOC Signs, District Signs, Etc. utilizing Computer-Aided Design (CAD) applications (AutoCAD), personal computers, engravers and plotters. Comprehend technical mark-ups, engineering data, and a variety of computer application requirements. Accurately apply designs to standard drawing layouts and metadata to computer applications. Increased complexity level of drawing creation requiring minimal oversite and guidance while achieving a high level of customer satisfaction. Assist in the training of other employees.

Independently research drawing information, vendor, and material resources within and outside NPPD to acquire accurate drawing information. Independently obtain and record facility information through facility inspections while ensuring drawings accurately reflect facility infrastructure. Assist the Drafting Structural/Civil Group upon request.

Provide support for CAD System Technical Analyst as needed.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Integrity/Excellence

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Electrical Drafter I - Pay Grade - 9 Monthly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $4,325.00  - $5,407.00

Electrical Drafter II - Pay Grade - 10 Monthly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $4,838.00  - $6,047.00

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska)  Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.