Drafter

POWER Engineers is currently seeking a Drafter to join our Power Delivery Overhead Transmission Line Department in our Boise, Idaho office. This person will be part of a dynamic team that provides engineering services to clients across the country and abroad. At POWER you will have the opportunity to be part of important and innovative projects with diverse clientele.

• POWER Culture
  • Foster our culture of “Do Good, Have Fun, Build Success.”
  • Develop innovative client‑focused solutions.
  • Demonstrate a high level of personal initiative.
  • Encourage growth, engagement, and accountability among team members.
  • Work in a team environment to solve and build strong internal and external relationships.

• Technical Requirements and Development
  • Develop working knowledge of Client/Power CAD Standards and Compliance.
  • Adhere to POWER’s QA/QC procedure requiring utmost personal accountability to enhance the project team’s success.
  • Maintain a high level of drafting quality and efficiency in alignment with project scope and budget.
  • Develop an understanding in both AutoCAD and Micro Station to support project requirements, which include:
  • Vicinity Maps
  • Structure List
  • Plan and Profiles
  • Phasing Drawings
  • Foundation Drawings
  • Structure Assembly Drawings
  • Permit and Crossing Drawings
  • Load and Design Drawings
  • Through drafting assignments and project work, seek to gain a transmission line understanding beyond just the redline mark‑ups.
  • Travel to client offices, field, and vendor facilities as needed.

• Associate’s degree or 1‑year certificate in drafting (or equivalent technical degree)
• AutoCAD 2020‑2025 experience
• Adobe PDF creation
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Time management and organizational skills are essential
• Must be flexible to changes in work assignments as project needs change
• Must be able to self‑check own work for completeness and accuracy
• Able to read and interpret drawings and drawing mark‑ups
• Able to use architectural and engineering scale to read and create drawings
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills

• Experience with AutoCAD
• Experience with Micro Station is a plus
• Knowledge of MS Office products
• Good background in basic mathematics
• Experience working with 3D drafting and detailing is a plus
• Bluebeam Revu experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of survey coordinate systems is a plus
• Practical intern or utility industry experience is preferred

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• New Dads and Moms Benefit program
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender affirming care

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. Our philosophy is simple:
Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.