Description
We are in search of a CAD Drafting Supervisor to join our diverse and dynamic organization. As a core team member of our Power Delivery Solutions Division, you will be interacting with an established group of engineers, designers and drafters, playing a valuable part in executing drafting of accurate drawing packages for utility power delivery projects, using MicroStation and AutoCAD.
In this role, you can expect to grow:
- With opportunities for both technical and non-technical training
- By participating in our formal mentorship program
- By gaining Expertise with NESC and electrical power calculations
- With opportunities to develop leadership qualities through formal training and on the job experience
As a CAD Supervisor you can expect:
- Supervise, mentor, and develop CAD technicians and designers focused on substation engineering.
- Assign and manage drafting workloads to meet project deadlines and budget constraints, and ensuring Time Sold metrics are maintained.
- Plan and coordinate drawing deliverables with substation engineers and project managers.
- Maintain and enforce substation-specific CAD standards, templates, symbols, and libraries and driving client specific CAD templates/profiles.
- Perform QA/QC checks to ensure drawings are accurate, complete, and meet client and industry standards expectations.
- Oversee drafting workflows including redline incorporation, revision control, and file management.
- Coordinate interdisciplinary drawing needs between physical, structural, civil, and P&C design teams.
- Prepare CAD labor estimates and support proposals with drafting resource planning.
- Provide technical expertise in AutoCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Electrical, and Civil 3D.
- Troubleshoot CAD issues and provide production support for complex substation drawings.
- Ensure proper use of XREFs, reference files, model/paper space practices, and version control.
- Maintain and improve block libraries, symbol sets, and automated tools (LISP routines, scripts, macros).
- Support the implementation and use of document management systems such as ProjectWise or Vault.
- Evaluate and support adoption of new CAD technologies, including 3D/built-environment tools.
- Train staff on CAD standards, utility requirements, workflows, and software updates.
- Document best practices, drafting procedures, and internal workflow guidelines.
- Incorporate field redlines and ensure accurate as-built drawing updates.
- Promote a collaborative, efficient, and quality-focused drafting team culture.
What you will bring to the table (Required Qualifications):
- AS degree in Drafting and Design Degree from an accredited institution. HS diploma or Drafting Certificate with additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 5-10 years of drafting and detailing experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. Coursework + project experience will be considered.
- 4+ Years of experience with direct report supervision and day-to-day people leadership
- Proficiency with the manipulation of vector and raster drawing files in AutoCAD and MicroStation.
- Ability to produce complete substation drawing packages including physical layouts, structural details, grounding and conduit plans, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, control house layouts, cable schedules.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to uphold standards while supporting a collaborative work environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with electric utility projects and physical drawings
- Experience with file sharing, document management and collaboration tools such as ProjectWise, FTP, SharePoint, etc.
- Ability to work with the Engineering Manager and other Leads/Supervisors to assign and schedule the day-to-day work of individual CAD operators, assigning/changing priorities and monitoring status
- Experience in Doc Control, Drawing Records Management, Preliminary and final IFC issuance
- The ability to understand and implement a wide range of client CAD standards.
- Experience with 3-D modelling in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
- Knowledge of VBA and/or AutoLisp.
At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Our Power Delivery Services Team is the go-to for utilities and mobile operators who need reliable power and telecommunication expertise. We've worked with over 50 investor-owned utilities, over 160 municipals/cooperatives, and we're continuing to expand our reach. Plus, we've got an amazing group of industry-leading construction partners who help us deliver meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader has been confirmed time and time again. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms.
We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. Your greatest work is ahead!
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.”
Original Posting:
January 5, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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