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Bowman & Williams

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Associate Land Surveyor

Soquel, CA · On-site

$65 - $80/hr

Extensive experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office is required. Position is onsite at ... Typical office tasks include coordinating with our Union field crew staff and technical draftsman ...

KDC Inc.

Electrical BIM Detailer

Los Alamitos, CA

KDC uses the latest BIM technologies such as AutoCAD MEP, Revit, Navisworks and Bluebeam for BIM ... 2D drafting of electrical systems * Coordination of electrical systems with Architectural ...

EMCOR Group Inc

Dynalectric Company

El Cajon, CA · On-site

Solid understanding of Revit and AutoCAD, professional training preferred but not required ... unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations. The ...

Dynalectric Company

BIM Detailer

El Cajon, CA · On-site

Solid understanding of Revit and AutoCAD, professional training preferred but not required ... unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations. Physical ...

Dynalectric Company

BIM Detailer

El Cajon, CA · On-site

Solid understanding of Revit and AutoCAD, professional training preferred but not required ... unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations. Physical ...

City of Chico

Assistant Engineer

Chico, CA

$80K - $107K/yr

Employees may expect to be placed on the salary range between steps A - G Union: This position is ... Assigns routine investigation, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; reviews ...

City of Chico, CA

Assistant Engineer

Chico, CA · On-site

$80K - $107K/yr

Employees may expect to be placed on the salary range between steps A - G Union: This position is ... Assigns routine investigation, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; reviews ...

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How much do union autocad drafting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for union autocad drafting in California is $26.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.87 and $30.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a union AutoCAD drafting?

A Union AutoCAD Drafting job involves creating technical drawings and blueprints using AutoCAD software while being part of a unionized workforce. These professionals work in industries like construction, manufacturing, or engineering, ensuring designs meet industry standards and project specifications. Union membership provides benefits such as negotiated wages, job security, and legal protections. Drafters collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to translate concepts into precise technical documents. This role requires proficiency in AutoCAD, attention to detail, and knowledge of drafting standards.

What does a typical workday look like for a union AutoCAD drafting?

A typical workday as a Union Autocad Drafting professional involves creating and revising detailed technical drawings based on project specifications, collaborating closely with engineers, architects, or project managers to ensure accuracy, and participating in team meetings to discuss project requirements or changes. You'll often review redlines, incorporate feedback, and maintain proper documentation according to both company and union guidelines. The role may also include site visits or coordination with field personnel to resolve design challenges. Working under union agreements generally provides structured work hours, clear responsibilities, and opportunities for skills development within a supportive team environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in union AutoCAD drafting?

To thrive as a Union Autocad Drafting professional, you need proficiency in AutoCAD software, a solid understanding of drafting standards, and familiarity with construction or engineering drawings, often supported by a relevant certification or associate's degree. Experience with additional CAD software, digital collaboration tools, and knowledge of union guidelines are typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively are important soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure the production of accurate technical drawings, facilitate smooth coordination with project teams, and support adherence to industry and union standards.

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Infographic showing various Union Autocad Drafting job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $55,130 per year, or $26.5 per hour.

Design/Drafting Specialist

Southern California Edison (SCE)

Lancaster, CA • On-site

$33.46 - $50.19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Join the Clean Energy Revolution
Become a Design/Drafting Specialist at Southern California Edison (SCE) and join the Antelope Valley District Planning Team, where you'll deliver electrical designs from concept through execution with a high level of independence. You'll perform complex designs and produce scaled work order maps using AUD, while preparing pricing, contracts, and easements. In this role, you'll lead advanced CAD work, transforming complex concepts into precise, high-quality drawings that support safe and reliable power systems. You'll also mentor others, drive continuous improvement, and elevate design standards across the organization. As a Design/Drafting Specialist, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions and create cleaner air for everyone Are you ready to take on the challenge to help us build the future?
Responsibilities
  • Creates accurate and detailed design drawings, diagrams, maps, and plans for utility distribution and telecommunication systems using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software for routine/simple designs using correct mapping symbols, callouts, decals, and proper tie downs, using CAD, AUD, etc.
  • Assists with creating visualization deliverables including detailed plans, profiles, schematics, renderings, animations, and documentation to support design review and construction.
  • Leverages specifics from geographic surveys, photogrammetry, and geospatial data into drawings and models.
  • Completes load flow, short circuit, and power quality analyses to validate electrical system designs.
  • Assist with work order costing, labor estimates and supplemental form completion. Update online service requests.
  • Checks planners redlines for accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepares and revises design sketches for proposals and authorizations based on field information. Evaluates electrical clearance requirements and ensures designs adhere to all applicable standards and regulations.
  • Completes engineering functions and calculations in AUD (i.e., cable pulling, voltage drop, flicker, etc.).
  • Supports design efforts on smaller scale projects such as residential or small commercial design.
  • A material job duty of all positions within the Company is ensuring the protection of all its physical, financial and cybersecurity assets, and properly accessing and managing private customer data, proprietary information, confidential medical records, and other types of highly sensitive information and data with the highest standards of conduct and integrity.

Minimum Qualifications
  • One or more years of experience in CAD drafting or completion of a CAD certificate (or equivalent CAD coursework).

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with electric utility design.
  • Experience with Autodesk Utility Design (AUD).
  • Experience with SAP and SharePoint.
  • Experience mentoring or training team members.
  • Customer service experience.
  • AutoCAD Certification.

Additional Information
  • This position's work mode is hybrid. The employee will report to an SCE facility for a set number of days with the option to work remotely on the remaining days. Unless otherwise noted, employees are required to work and reside in the state of California. Further details of this work mode will be discussed at the interview stage. The work mode can be changed based on business needs.
  • Visit our Candidate Resource page to get meaningful information related to benefits, perks, resources, testing information, hiring process, and more!
  • Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
  • The primary work location for this position is Antelope Valley Service Center.
  • This position has an option for a 9/80 Alternate Work Schedule or 40hrs/5 days a week.
  • Relocation does not apply to this position.
  • As of July 1, 2025, this position falls within the representation of ESC Local 20. As the company and the union work towards a collective bargaining agreement, please note that the conditions of employment listed on this job posting may be impacted depending on the results of bargaining.

About Southern California Edison
The people at SCE don't just keep the lights on. Our mission is so much bigger. We're fueling the kind of innovation that's changing an entire industry, and quite possibly the planet. Join us and create a future with cleaner energy, while providing our customers with the safety and reliability they demand. At SCE, you'll have a chance to grow personally and professionally, making a real impact in Southern California and around the world.
Southern California Edison is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at AskHR@sce.com or (626) 302-3456 and select option 2.

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