Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Grid Engineering Canada business. We are seeking a Drafter Technician I to join our well-established drafting team. This role offers long-term workload stability, exposure to a diverse portfolio of transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable energy projects, and the opportunity to develop your technical capabilities within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

You will support Transmission, Distribution & Generation projects ranging, assisting with the preparation and maintenance of engineering drawings under the guidance of experienced drafting professionals. This position provides hands‑on exposure to transmission lines, substations, and distribution system projects while developing foundational skills in CAD drafting, utility design standards, and engineering drawing production.

Responsibilities

Create and revise engineering drawings and diagrams under the direct supervision of senior drafting staff using markups and design direction provided by Engineers and Designers

Prepare drafting deliverables including 2D and 3D general arrangements, sections, elevations, bills of materials, cable, duct and bolt schedules, electrical room layouts, equipment layouts, grounding layouts, panel layouts, single-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring drawings, and overhead, crossing, and underground distribution drawings

Incorporate design markups and revisions into drawing packages using AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, Civil 3D and other approved CAD software

Maintain drawing files, project records, and document management systems in accordance with company procedures

Retrieve, enter, and update design information within drawings and project databases

Perform basic quality checks to verify drawing accuracy, completeness, and compliance with drafting standards

Coordinate with engineers, designers, and other project team members to ensure accurate and timely delivery of design documents





Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives

Follow established safety, quality, and drafting standards in all work activities

Support project delivery by completing assigned tasks within established schedules and budgets

Minimum Qualifications

Diploma in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Technology, Drafting Technology, Engineering Design & Drafting Technology, or a related discipline from a recognized post‑secondary institution

0–2 years of drafting experience, preferably supporting utility, industrial, infrastructure, or engineering projects

Basic proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Understanding of engineering drawings, drafting principles, and document control practices

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality deliverables

Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team environment

Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies, processes, and industry standards

Knowledge with Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, Raster Design, AutoTURN, or other engineering design software is considered an asset

Benefits & Compensation Qualus offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage,



Retirement Savings Plans (including employer matching where applicable), Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Company Holidays. Benefits offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements. The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices. The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs. Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law.

Company Overview Qualus is a leading pure‑play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Equal Chance Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

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📌 Drafting Technician I (Winnipeg)
🏢 Qualus
📍 Winnipeg