Drafter or Designer

Utility CAD/GIS Designer

Location(s)

• West Side of Indianapolis

Position Summary

This Utility CAD/GIS Designer role supports engineering and project teams by developing construction drawings, utility maps, GIS datasets, capital improvement plans, and electrical design documentation for utility infrastructure projects. The position combines CAD drafting and GIS responsibilities, including creating and maintaining geospatial data, supporting substation and utility system designs, ensuring drafting quality standards, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates have experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and ESRI ArcGIS, along with strong technical, analytical, and project coordination skills.

Job Function

• Prepare construction documents, capital improvement plans, schematics, one-line diagrams, maps, and staking plans.
• Develop design drawings, including site plans, profiles, details, sections, and bills of materials.
• Support electrical project designs, including substation layouts, grounding systems, and lightning protection designs.
• Perform design layout, calculations, problem analysis, and drawing production for complex assignments.
• Produce design deliverables within project scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Maintain and create system maps, utility construction plans, and capital improvement plans.
• Develop, measure, and distribute survey and aerial mapping datasets.
• Manage and maintain geospatial datasets to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
• Support data management and archival strategies.
• Perform drafting and GIS quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
• Develop, implement, and maintain CAD and ESRI standards.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Drafting, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in the construction or utility industry.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, ESRI ArcGIS, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to learn and effectively use new design software programs.
• Experience preparing engineering drawings using both 2D and 3D applications.
• Strong collaboration skills within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Solid understanding of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical applications and practices.
• Knowledge of drafting and GIS principles.
• Experience coordinating CAD files, improving workflows, and troubleshooting issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and email tools.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional demeanor when interacting with clients, vendors, and colleagues.

Appealing Facts About Living in Indianapolis, Indiana

• Affordable cost of living compared to many major metropolitan areas.
• Home to a growing utility, engineering, and infrastructure market.
• Offers a vibrant downtown, professional sports, cultural attractions, and diverse dining options.
• Convenient access to major highways and regional transportation networks.

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