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Sr Engineering Technician - Electrical 3D Drafter

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System One

Chicago, IL (In Person)

$109,200 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/7/2026

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Job Description

Senior Engineering Technician (Electrical 3D Drafter) Houston, TX 77079 System One is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician (Electrical 3D Drafter) in Houston, TX to contribute to power systems design by generating deliverables such as 3D general arrangements, sections & elevations, conduit / grounding plans, bill of materials and all corresponding details for substation projects. Senior Electrical Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering 2D/3D deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects. Under general supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring general knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices, with a focus on creating and modifying electrical design drawings using advanced techniques in industry standard design tools, such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, and other CAD tools. This is a great opportunity to join an employee-owned global leader in building critical human infrastructure in Energy, Water, Digital Connectivity and Government Services!
Important Details:
6-month contract with possibility of conversion to a permanent full-time position Pay rate range: $45 - $60. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Start date:
As soon as possible Work schedule: Monday through Friday, standard business hours Work location: 100% onsite at our client's office in: Houston, TX 77079 Chicago, IL 60606 Phoenix, AZ 85016 Dallas, TX 75254 Austin, TX 78746 Jacksonville, FL 32258 Denver, CO 80237 Weekly pay Benefits after 30 days (health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, etc.) 401k after 30 days Job offer will be contingent on drug screen and background check Job Summary Functions as a senior engineering technician, technical design specialist, and/or supervisor Applies advanced technical expertise to solve complex design challenges within a specific engineering discipline Contributes to the development of innovative engineering solutions Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) with standardized procedures to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables Provides consultation, training, and oversight to other engineering technicians to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with project standards Key Responsibilities Establishes and communicates appropriate design and graphic standards Reviews project requirements to determine correct formats and deliverable content Promotes quality and consistency across projects, groups, and sections Reviews design inputs to ensure alignment and consistency Ensures deliverables comply with applicable codes and standards May contribute to continuous improvement of design guides, standards, and processes May participate and lead process improvement and change management activities Manages drawing control and maintains historical project records Applies engineering principles and established design practices to complex designs Exercises sound judgment in interpreting inputs and making deliverable-related decisions Handles complex technical assignments and provides guidance to other professionals Performs design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, estimates, and documentation May review deliverables produced by others for quality and accuracy May coordinate presentations, production design, and use of electronic design tools May monitor production to ensure consistency, budget, and schedule May program control systems or support plant start-up activities within area of expertise Coordinates with other design groups to exchange information for design development May support field activities as required Communicates project design requirements, progress, and schedules Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances. Communicate client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns. Assist discipline or department management in developing and communicating appropriate design standards and process improvement activities Identifies and supports training and development needs for supervised personnel Recognized for expertise in one or more areas. May be assigned special assignments depending on technical expertise. Assignments may involve solving a particular design problem or participating in a design team focused on completing an assigned project task Makes presentations and conducts training classes within a specialized area of expertise. Minimum Qualifications Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology required. Typically a minimum of 11 years related work experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor Degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #LI-AM1 #M1

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