RCS Corporation has an immediate need for a Drafter to support our client. This is a contract to hire position and it’s fully remote.
Who We Are
RCS Corporation is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for developing engineered pipeline construction plans in AutoCad and/or Microstation platforms. Drafters may be responsible for baseline drawings using a variety of inputs including converted MicroStation files, aerial images, utility maps and hand drawn designs. Drawings are predominantly related to pipeline construction which may include civil and mechanical components. Drafters will be required to understand processes and complete drawings to company and client specifications and standards.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities for the Drafter:
- Interpreting tax maps, utility maps and sketches to create base maps in AutoCad or MicroStation
- Manipulating client provided files including layer and line type changes and geo-referencing into drawing file
- Modifying drawings as directed by engineer or design coordinator
- Assuring all designs follow prescribed processes and are completed according to specifications and quality requirements
- Consistently return completed and checked files within allotted timeframe
- Communicate clearly with design coordinators regarding questions, allowable hours, allowable timeframe and any anticipated delays in project schedule Required Qualifications:
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Design and Drafting Technology preferred.
- Candidates with equivalent job experience will also be considered
- Candidates with AAS in progress with key classes completed will also be considered
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCad or MicroStation software (both preferred)
- Prior experience in civil design or pipeline industry is preferred but not necessary
- Knowledge of SmallWorld, ESRI or other GIS platforms is a plus
- Strong work ethic, self-driven and a desire to work in a production environment is very important
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Most drafters will be hired on a part-time as needed basis to start. Our flexible work space requires that candidates be very organized, self-driven, motivated to succeed and great communicators. This position requires the ability to work at a desk for long periods of time (2-3 hours), vision to read printed materials and computer screens, and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone.