MicroStation Drafter / Designer

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

Kosmos Group is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm, with a primary specialization in power generation, transmission, substation and distribution. Kosmos Group provides engineering services to public and private utility companies, consultants, and contractors in support of design and construction of power generation facilities, transmission lines, and substations, across the United States and Canada. We offer comprehensive solutions from upfront conceptual designs, feasibility studies, and preliminary route analysis, through full detailed design, construction drawing packages, field engineering, and project closeout.

At Kosmos Group, we are dedicated to fostering an open, collaborative, and supportive environment where our employees feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe in cultivating a culture that inspires innovation, teamwork, and growth, ensuring that every individual thrives while contributing to our collective success. Together, we strive to achieve more, celebrating shared accomplishments and building a stronger future as one unified team.

Our Transmission Engineering team is looking for a MicroStation Drafter / Designer to join our team in our San Diego or Arcadia office. This is a hybrid position, working three days in the office and two days from home. Specific areas of responsibilities are provided below.

Job Description

• Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to design and draft different drawings and maps for construction projects
• Drafting will primarily include civil and electrical-related drawings for transmission, distribution and substation projects
• Create and modify drawings from engineer-provided markups
• Produce work/plan redline markup and comments
• Take ownership of the quality and accuracy of one’s work
• Work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Interact and work together with other teams to provide integrated services and support
• Preparation of design packages including plotting, printing, and submittals
• Additional duties as assigned
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 2-year associate degree/ certification in Drafting/Design/CAD required or in active pursuit of related Engineering degree with 2-year curriculum completed at minimum
• 5+ years of experience and proficiency with Bentley MicroStation, creating 2D and 3D models
• Sound knowledge of drafting principles, techniques, and procedures
• Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook)
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with Substation, Transmission, Civil Engineering, or other related projects is an asset
• Experience with additional drafting software AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, Autodesk Inventor, and/or ArcGIS software is an asset
• Experience with Transmission Line Software, PLS CADD is a plus
  
  
  

This position's hourly rate range approximation is $30-$45, depending on numerous factors such as applicable experience, skills, knowledge, credentials, geographical location, etc.

We’re always on the lookout for talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and the drive to help shape our evolving company. This is an exciting time to join our team as we invest in our people and gear up to tackle the challenges of the future. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: we prioritize safety, foster collaboration as one team, act with integrity, respect all perspectives, and embrace forward-thinking. Ready to be a part of our journey?

Kosmos Group is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Flexible work from home options available.