SKILLS

• Ability to prepare moderately complex design and construction drawings in a clear, efficient and accurate manner.
• Requires working knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, construction techniques, generally accepted drafting practices and standards.
• Knowledge of internal/external CADD issues in order to improve quality and production of design drawings.
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and Raster Design.
• Experience with Engineering Document Management Systems (EDMS) is required.
• Basic oral communications skills are necessary to interact with others within the department. Communication skills must be at a level where the incumbent can request data, organize technical information, and advise others of potential technical conflicts in the work product.
• Requires a good understanding of related design disciplines.
• Can expedite work in accordance with priorities as determined by the Design Supervisor. Able to handle multiple projects. Can adjust to changing project requirements, priorities and assignments.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or Technical trade school certification.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of applicable experience as a CAD Operator may be substituted for a degree or certification at the discretion of the New York Power Authority.

• Prepares preliminary sketches and/or schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, accurate layout details and assembly drawings, detailed drawings of parts, assemblies, and related items.
• CAD Operator I (Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural) performs a variety of moderately complex drafting tasks using appropriate Computer Aided Design Drawing (CADD) software.
• Develops drawings from sketches and data provided by Engineers and Designers.
• Work is performed on new drawings or as revisions to existing drawings.
• Organizes design drawings following generally accepted practices to ensure constructability and consistency with design intent.
• Assists other CAD Operators in developing skills and techniques for efficient and accurate drawing production.