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Design Drafter

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SJE

Madison, WI (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/30/2026

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Job Description

Design Drafter
SJE - 3.4
Madison, WI Job Details 2 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Control panels Electrical drafting for control systems projects Technical documentation Electrical schematic reading and interpretation Blueprint creation using CAD software Document archiving Electrical drafting for industrial equipment projects Company guidelines standards in production Ladder logic (LD) Cross-functional communication Full Job Description At SJE , we are more than a company — we are a family of brands with a shared vision and mission to provide industry-leading, innovative, and reliable control and monitoring solutions that improve efficiencies, protect the environment, and deliver dependable solutions to our valued customers. We are looking for a Design Drafter to support our Altronex brand. This role will work out of our Madison, WI location. Our Altronex brand is a leading provider of control solutions for the municipal water and wastewater industries, providing custom-engineered control panels, SCADA and telemetry systems, control panel fabrication, systems integration, and field services support. Check us out at Altronex.com (https://www.lwallen.com/altronex/) or SJEinc.com (https://sjeinc.com/)!
The job:
As our Design Drafter , you will read and interpret plans, specifications, engineering sketches, and drawings to create accurate CAD files for custom control systems. You will follow company standards and guidelines to develop drawings that may include system overviews and interconnections, cabinet and panel layouts, electrical equipment layouts, electrical circuits, ladder logic, legends, indexes, and project revision information. You will also help prepare the drawing files and documentation needed for engineering submittals, bills of materials, production books, shop drawings, as-built and as-installed documentation, and operation and maintenance manuals. Your work will play an important role in helping Engineering, Production, and Project teams stay aligned from design through final documentation. In addition to completing CAD project tasks, you will help plan, assign, and prioritize CAD work to support project schedules and team needs. You will also maintain proper project documentation, support archiving and reference database activities, and complete other related duties as directed by management. The skills, education, and experience you need: To succeed in this role, you must have: Understanding of electrical drawings, panel layouts, circuits, ladder logic, control systems and UL 508A. Familiarity with the Water/Wastewater industry and controls systems. Experience creating and modifying CAD drawings, preferably in an engineering, manufacturing, electrical, or control panel environment. Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, engineering sketches, and technical drawings. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, complete documentation. Ability to follow company standards, design guidelines, and project requirements. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and support multiple projects. Ability to communicate effectively with Engineering, Production, Project Management, and other internal teams. Experience maintaining project files, documentation, archives, and reference materials. A proactive, team-oriented approach with the ability to work independently when needed. Qualified candidates will typically have 3-5 years of related CAD drafting experience and a two-year degree in CAD drafting, graphic design, design technology, engineering technology, electrical technology, or a related field.
Answering your questions:
When you are considering a new job, it is normal to have a ton of questions. Here are a few questions we are asked all the time. What are the hours? Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. What is your Paid Time Off and holiday policy? Up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off in your first year plus 8 paid holidays. What benefits do you offer? We offer a robust benefits package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance as well as dental and vision programs you need to take care of your family, along with other benefit options. Check out our full benefits package (http://www.sjeinc.com/benefits/)! What is my commute? Plug this address into
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4633 Tompkins Dr, Madison, WI 53716. We will answer more of your questions during the first interview. Expect to hear about the next steps if you meet the job requirements. Why Work With Us At SJE, we believe in empowering our employees to grow professionally while making a real impact. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a collaborative culture that encourages creativity and problem-solving. Join us and become a part of something bigger. Join a company where you're not just working—you're building a legacy! Learn more and apply on-line at www.sjeinc.com (http://www.sjeinc.com/). SJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LW Allen is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.