DRAFTSMAN

Southern Illinois Power Cooperative (SIPC), a generation and transmission electric cooperative based in Southern Illinois, is looking to hire a Draftsman to support transmission line design, company drawings, and technical documentation. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that engineering drawings, data analysis, and project documentation are accurate, organized, and delivered on schedule.

The draftsman will work closely with engineers and project teams to develop and maintain design drawings, manage technical data, perform quality checks, and assist in maintaining efficient project workflows.

Success in this role requires strong CAD proficiency, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple technical tasks. This position is in a collective bargaining agreement and is located south of Marion, Illinois, near Lake of Egypt.

Deadline to Apply: March 27, 2026 Salary Range: $82k to $91k

Position Qualifications and Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, CAD technology, or a related field, or at least two years of CAD drafting or engineering technician experience
• Experience with AutoCAD required
• Experience with PLS-CADD, LiDAR data, or utility design preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain well-organized project files
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with computer software including AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, andOutlook
• Willingness to attend continuing education courses, complete certifications, and participate inmeetings and training sessions (both online and occasional out-of-town travel)Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and modify plan/profile drawings, and design documentation using AutoCAD.
• Support engineers, electricians, and operations and maintenance personnel with systemdrawing updates.
• Track revisions and ensure proper version control.
• Assist with transmission line modeling and analysis using PLS-CADD.
• Process and analyze LiDAR point cloud data.
• Prepare transmission line sag/tension reports and engineering documentation.
• Maintain organized project file structures and document archives.
• Perform quality assurance and control checks on drawings and project deliverables.
• Prepare and distribute documentation packages.
  Benefits:
• Competitive base wage.
• Employer provided defined benefit Retirement Security (Pension) Plan.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (both Traditional and Roth options) with employer provided discretionary and matching contributions.
• Paid time off includes holidays, vacation and personal time, sick time, and family time.
• Employer provided health insurance, including dental and vision.
• Employer provided basic life insurance (3X base wage) with additional insurance available.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

Southern Illinois Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.