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About this Drafter, Substation Engineering Design role at LUMA Energy

LUMA Energy · Onsite · Santurce-NEOS

Job Summary:

Applies drafting techniques and methods to develop maps, charts, drawings, and engineering plans -using mechanized systems or manual techniques- based on field notes, sketches, and instructions from engineers. Works under general supervision with room for independent judgement to produce accurate, detailed documentation that supports major engineering projects and standards.

Job Description:

  • Builds detailed, scaled engineering drawings of concrete and steel structures and mechanical/electrical installations using AutoCAD and related drafting applications.

  • Assembles complete engineering drawings for substation components and other structural or installation requirements using advanced drafting techniques and appropriate software tools.

  • Calibrates schematic, detail, sectional, wiring, and layout drawings to support complex engineering design needs while ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards.

  • Aligns isometric and perspective drawings and determines projections and layout views of equipment, structures, and facilities to support comprehensive engineering visualization.

  • Maintains original and detailed plans -including land plans, monoline diagrams, and electrical layouts- by verifying and updating records to reflect all alterations and improvements across feeders, circuits, substations, and related equipment.

  • Reports construction estimates and prepares bills of materials, supporting engineering staff with drafting‑related documentation for locating, relocating, or installing lines, equipment, and project components.

  • Follows established company policies, procedures, and standards to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and industry regulations.

  • Participates in storm restoration tasks and assigned drills to contribute to the safe and reliable recovery of services.

  • Performs additional tasks aligned with role expectations and qualifications to support team goals and operational flexibility.

Additional Job Description:

Education

  •  Certification or Associate’s degree in Drafting from a technical college or university.

Experience

  • 1–3 years of hands-on experience in a technical or support role.

  • Experience working with AutoCAD, Adobe Acrobat and other applicable programs and application software for mechanized systems.

  • Familiarity with the operation of mechanized equipment such as computer or video terminals, microform, printers, calculators, photocopiers and other similar equipment.

  • Familiarity with electrical distribution layouts, feeders, and substation equipment.

Competencies (Skills)

  • Drafting Systems & Technical Drawing: Proficiency in AutoCAD and mechanized drafting tools and ability to prepare accurate engineering drawings, schematics, and layouts.

  • Drafting Techniques & Specialized Drawings: Knowledge of drafting standards and ability to create sectional, isometric, perspective, and projection drawings.

  • Engineering Input Interpretation & Documentation: Ability to interpret sketches and field notes and maintain organized files, revisions, and drafting documentation.

  • Drafting Equipment Operation: Ability to operate plotters, printers, scanners, and other drafting equipment used in producing engineering documents.

  • Communication, Collaboration & ProblemSolving: Demonstrates clear communication, teamwork, problem‑solving abilities, and independence under general supervision.

Licenses/Certifications

Required:

  • Active Draftsmen License issued by the Board of Examiners of Professional Draftsmen of Puerto Rico.

  • Valid Puerto Rico driver’s license.

  • Membership of the College of Professional Draftspersons of Puerto Rico, preferred.

Travel Requirements

  • 20%

Physical Demands:

  • Stationary Position: Frequently

  • Pushing/ Pulling/ Reaching: Seldom

  • Kneel: Seldom

  • Grab: Seldom

  • Bend: Seldom

  • Lift/Carry over: 0 - 15 pounds

Working Conditions:

  • Wet or humid: Seldom

  • Working near or on moving mechanical parts: Never

  • Working near or on heavy machinery: Never

  • Working in high places: Never

  • Exposed to fumes or airborne particles: Never

  • Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions: Never

  • Work with electricity: Never

  • Loud noise conditions: Seldom

LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.

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About LUMA Energy

LUMA was created especially for Puerto Rico. We combine the expertise and resources of our parent companies, ATCO and Quanta Services. They are leading companies in services and solutions in the electric power sectors in North America and have taken their action to more than 100 countries around the world. They have a combined workforce of nearly 50,000 employees, as well as equipment and resources that will be available to Puerto Rico. Together, this group operates more than 52,000 miles of electrical transmission and distribution lines, covering 165,000 square miles of territory, and has overseen more than $51 billion in disaster recovery programs and supported over 300 state, local, and t

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