CAD Technician 3

API_CAD3-Electrical_TENR_02252026_CORA.docx ASSIGNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES Note: All official drafts, documents and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so. Utilize MicroStation CAD software and equipment to prepare project designs, sketches, final working drawings and contract documents related to construction design packages. Perform sub-system user file management within CAD systems, such as plotting, printing, record maintenance, storage, and retrieving and returning drawings from ProjectWise. Examine electronic schematics and supporting documents to develop, compute, and verify specifications for drafting data, such as configuration of parts, dimensions, and tolerances. Review CAD, rough/preliminary sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from engineers, to verify that they conform to design concepts. Work with Engineers to develop / draft Western Electric Coordination Council (WECC) reports and presentations for RCR approval. Travel to BPA substation field locations to gather information on existing infrastructure to aid in the creation of project documentation. Interpret and apply BPA CAD standards into design packages under the guidance of electrical engineers and/or technicians. Produce electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Produce RAS Logic diagrams. Produce physical substation layout drawings. Prepare Bills of Materials using preformatted Word documents and established procedures. Prepare Material Requisitions (MRs) per established procedures and criteria for project-specific equipment requirements. Prepare installation diagrams, rack modifications, and design drawings, including standard Logic diagram details. Review contractual Electrical, RAS, and other engineering discipline's working drawings at various stages of completion for adherence and compliance with BPA's CAD standards. Provide routine and ad hoc status updates on CAD work including a summary of activity and project progress as requested. Search for CAD files in ProjectWise database and other filing resources. Review, distribute, and file submittals, shop drawings, material data, and samples. In preparation of the final working drawings, assist the Engineering Technician with coordination of construction document preparation for signing by authorizing party. Maintain a thorough familiarity with BPA CAD and design standards. Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders regarding methods to improve drawing organization processes and increase productivity. Participate with departmental staff in efforts to improve organizational procedures, processes, or practices to increase efficiencies and/or enhance quality of services. Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes. Provide control center drawing support for the RAS design packages. Work will include: Provide quality design, layout, and production of engineering, civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, electronic, and/or fiber optic drawings as needed. Perform necessary research using existing facility, standards, plan & profile, hardware, civil, and survey drawings. Assist in pre-engineering research to control product reliability and accuracy for engineering, technical, and commercial applications. Consult with engineering staff and other personnel to discuss and interpret design concepts, identify requirements of detailed working drawings, and resolve problems. Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from engineers to ensure that they conform to design concepts. Draft plans and detailed drawings for racks, installations, and construction projects, working drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics based on preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data. Assemble documentation packages and produce drawing sets which are checked by an engineer or engineer technician. Review completed construction drawings for accuracy and conformity to standards and regulations. Locate files relating to specified design project in database library, load program into computer, and record completed job data. Specific Tasks may include: Perform duties essential to the preparation of engineering design drawings for Civil, Line Design, Substation Design, Telecommunication Design, Fiber Optic Design, including details, assemblies, installations, minor layouts, and parts lists. Organize and analyze drawings prior to setup and discuss project complexity and time estimates with technical and supervisory personnel. Assist with various administrative duties, such as engineering record maintenance which includes keeping switching files updated, obtaining new drawing numbers, inputting drawing information into the organization's CAD database at the various stages of the CAD process, and completing necessary forms to submit final drawings to central records. REQUIREMENTS Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix) High school diploma or GED is required. Associate or bachelor's degree in computer aided design or a closely related field is preferred. 7 years of CAD Drafting experience is required. Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix) 5 years of experience in the electrical field or substation design. Expert proficiency in the use of MicroStation CAD software. Familiarity with technical CAD drafting methods related to Electrical systems. Knowledge of Electrical design techniques involved in production of technical equipment designs. Experience with Microsoft software including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook. Requires attention to detail and being thorough in completing work tasks. Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix) 5 years of experience with ProjectWise software. Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, prints, drawings, and models is highly desirable. Electrical design - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved for Remedial Action Schemes (RAS) is desirable. Advanced work experience in an electrical design environment is preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate well with team members. dditional Requirements (not required on matrix) - Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.

Created: 2026-03-04