CAD Drafter

Description We are seeking a CAD Drafter to support our office in Walled Lake, Michigan.Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.Location: The ideal candidate will be located within a commutable distance to Walled Lake MI. This is a hybrid opportunity.If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep readingCAD Drafter Primary Tasks:Complete drafting assignments on Protection & Control, SCADA, Communications drawings including but not limited to Single Line Diagrams, Schematics, SCADA and Communication drawings, Control Building Layouts and Elevations, Panel Front Views and Cabinet Layouts, Wiring Diagrams, Interconnection Drawings, AC/DC Station Service drawings and other miscellaneous drawings as required by project scopeComplete drafting assignments on Physical Electrical drawings including but not limited to General Arrangement, Electrical Plans, Electrical Elevations, Sections and Details, Foundation Plans and Details, Structural Details, Grounding Plan and Details, Raceway Plan and Details, Equipment Vendor Files and other drawings as required by project scopeSupport remote office overflow CAD workload on a need and availability basis. This will require coordination with other CAD leads in Leidos officesWhat you will bring to the table (Basic Qualifications):High school Diploma or Drafting Certificate and 1+ years of prior general experienceDrafting and detailing experience with AutoCAD and/or Microstation. Coursework and project work will be consideredKnowledge of drafting principles, techniques and proceduresProficiency with the manipulation of vector and raster drawing files in AutoCAD and MicroStationAbility to create and/or modify drawings from engineer-provided markups with a high level of attention to detailsProficiency with Windows operating system environmentsProficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etcStrong professional verbal and written communication skills within a team environmentHighly organized and efficientAbility to perform tasks in a fast-paced engineering/production environmentExperience with 3-D modelling in the following software packagesExperience with Autodesk Revit, Inventor, AutoCAD, Bentley Open Utilities, and/or MicroStationCAD Drafter (Preferred Qualifications):Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institutionExperience working at a utility doing substation draftingExperience with file sharing, document management and collaboration tools such as ProjectWise, FTP, SharePoint, etcAbility to understand and implement a wide range of client CAD standardsProgram Customization, Knowledge of VBA and/or AutoLispPDSSUBSTATIONPowerDeliverCome break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."Original Posting:October 9, 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $39,650.00 - $71,675.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.About LeidosLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.Pay and BenefitsPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.Securing Your DataBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.