Engineering Drafter – Detailed Engineering

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future! 

Join our innovative team as an Engineering Drafter, where you will play a key role in producing and coordinating detailed engineering CAD deliverables for electrical infrastructure projects, including but not limited to generation plants and substations. This position is based in Panama and involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams and construction stakeholders to deliver accurate, code-compliant, and construction-ready engineering packages.

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact:

• Detailed Engineering Drafting: Develop and review detailed engineering drawings and documentation for electrical generation facilities, including site plans, single-line diagrams (SLDs), three-line diagrams, electrical details, electrical notes, schematics, panel views, cable and conduit schedules, equipment layouts, and grounding plans using AutoCAD and/or CAD-based design platforms.
• Design Coordination: Collaborate with lead engineers, project managers, and discipline leads to ensure drawing packages are technically accurate, internally consistent, and aligned with applicable standards (IEEE, NEC, IEC) and client specifications.
• Project Support: Support engineering design from conceptual through IFC (Issued for Construction) phases, incorporating review comments, RFI responses, and field markups into drawing revisions.
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Interface with civil/structural, mechanical, and protection & controls disciplines to resolve design conflicts and ensure coordination across drawing sets.
• Documentation & Document Control: Maintain drawing registers, revision logs, and deliverable trackers in alignment with project schedules and document control protocols.

 

Performance Criteria:

• Timely and accurate production of detailed engineering drawing packages across all project phases.
• Effective incorporation of review comments and field feedback into drawing revisions.
• Consistent coordination across disciplines and clear communication with project teams.
• Adherence to applicable engineering standards, client specifications, and internal QA/QC procedures.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

Qualifications:

• Associate's diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Drafting & Design, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD; equivalent CAD platform such as MicroStation is a plus.
• 3+ years experience supporting high level drafting for utility level substations and electrical generation systems.
• Familiarity with standard drawing types such as SLDs, schematics, layouts, CWDs, and EWDs.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to other utility-scale generation technologies: solar PV, BESS, wind, or conventional generation.
• Familiarity with utility and interconnection drawing requirements (e.g., POI packages, protection & metering one-lines).
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and IEC standards applicable to electrical generation facilities.

 

 

Lead the Change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence.  For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.   Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.  

 

How we support you:

• Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance: 100% premium coverage for employees, with partial coverage available for eligible dependents.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation solutions for the power industry.
• Collaborate with a team of experts in software engineering, renewable energy, and grid technologies.
• Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth and innovation.
• EPE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. 

 

Location: This position will be located in Panama City, Panama

Travel:  Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

 

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster

 

 

Third-Party Recruiting Notification

EPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third-party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team. 

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