Design Drafter

System One
Northville, MI
Job Title: Design Drafter
Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan

Type: Contract To Hire
Compensation:
Contractor Work Model: Hybrid

Substation Design Drafter



Location: Detroit / Farmington Hills, Michigan

Schedule: Hybrid (In-Office & Remote)

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

System One LLC is seeking a Substation Design Drafter to support substation and power delivery projects from our Farmington Hills, Michigan office (Detroit metro area). This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level or early-career drafters who are eager to develop technical expertise in the substation industry while working alongside experienced senior designers and engineers.

The ideal candidate will bring strong drafting fundamentals and a willingness to learn in a collaborative, in-office environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and revise substation drawing packages under the guidance of senior designers and engineers

  • Produce detailed physical layout drawings including plan views, elevations, and sections

  • Assist with preparation of:

    • General arrangements

    • Electrical equipment layouts

    • Conduit and cable routing drawings

    • Grounding layouts

    • Bill of materials and drawing revisions

  • Maintain drawing standards and document control procedures

  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including electrical engineers and project managers

  • Participate in quality review processes to ensure accuracy and constructability

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree or technical diploma in Drafting, CAD Technology, or related field preferred

  • Experience with AutoCAD (AutoCAD Electrical experience is a plus)

  • Internship, academic project, or early professional experience in utility, power delivery, or substation drafting is preferred but not required

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Willingness to learn and grow within the substation design field

  • Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment with regular in-office collaboration

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

  • Exposure to high-voltage substation and power delivery projects

  • Direct mentorship from senior design professionals

  • Hybrid work schedule

  • Clear technical growth path within the power delivery industry

  • Opportunity to build a long-term career with a nationally recognized engineering firm

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Posted 2026-02-24

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