Design​/Drafting, Specialist - Santa Ana Technical Planning

Design/Drafting Specialist - Santa Ana Technical Planning

Join us as a Design/Drafting Specialist - Santa Ana Technical Planning at Southern California Edison (SCE) and help shape the future of energy by leading large‑scale technical projects with real‑world impact.

Base Pay Range: $41.92/yr – $62.84/yr

• Interface directly with engineering teams to collaborate on project scope requirements, alternatives analysis, and improvement.
• Perform complex designs with scaled work order maps using AUD and prepare pricing, contracts and easements using DM.
• Determine CAD usage and application, as well as file structuring and setup on projects.
• Provide support in design, operation, maintenance and safety improvements for assigned systems and equipment.
• Draw physical, schematic, and wiring diagrams using Substation standards and symbols; develop single line diagrams independently.
• Assign projects to SCE contractors, validate labor hours, and review deliverable quality.
• Prepare scaled work order diagrams using CAD and/or Design Manager (DM).
• Consult with Substation Engineers to prepare drawings and modifications as required.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior designers.
• Conduct regular meetings with designers to review company standards and capture work in progress.
• Provide direct SME support to process and technology projects – documentation, testing, training, and post‑development stabilization.
• Ensure protection of physical, financial, and cybersecurity assets; manage sensitive information with highest standards of conduct.

• Three or more years of experience preparing and maintaining detailed design drawings, schematics, or specifications using CAD or CAE software.

• Experience working in the Electric Utility Industry.
• One or more years of experience with Electric Utility Design.
• One or more years of experience with AutoCAD.
• AutoCAD Certification.
• Experience with Work Order Maps, AUD and Design Manager (DM).
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with clients, peers, management, and stakeholders.

• This position’s work mode is hybrid; the employee will report to an SCE facility some days and may work remotely on others. Employees are required to work and reside in California.
• Work location:
  
  Santa Ana, CA.
• Option for a 9/80 Alternate Work Schedule or 40 hrs/5 days a week.
• Relocation not applicable.
• As of July 1 2025, this position falls under ESC Local 20 representation; conditions may change pending bargaining.

Southern California Edison keeps the lights on and fuels innovation. We’re committed to a future with cleaner energy, safety, and reliability. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact (833) 343‑0727 to request accommodations.

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