CAD-GIS Designer
InvenergyChicago, IL
Full Time
Posted August 19, 2026
$100k - $120k
Renewable Energy Development
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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
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Job Description
The CAD-GIS Designer will support Invenergy's engineering teams by developing engineering drawings, 3D models, and geospatial workflows across thermal generation, transmission, and utility infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- CAD Design & Engineering Support
- Create and maintain engineering drawings and 3D models for thermal generation, utility infrastructure, transmission, and substation projects.
- Develop site layouts, equipment arrangements, P&IDs, and design packages in collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering teams.
- Interpret survey, hydrology, and site data to support project layouts, access planning, and engineering studies.
- Support project development and engineering activities from early-stage development through construction.
- GIS & Data Management
- Develop and maintain CAD-to-GIS workflows, standards, and data governance processes across engineering portfolios.
- Establish and manage data schemas, naming conventions, quality control procedures, and project data repositories.
- Collaborate with GIS and engineering teams to improve data integration, accessibility, and consistency.
- Evaluate opportunities for automation, scripting, and workflow improvements between CAD and GIS platforms.
- Prepare maps, technical exhibits, and project materials to support project execution and decision-making.
- Process Improvement & Technical Standards
- Develop and maintain CAD-GIS standards, SOPs, templates, technical specifications, and best practices.
- Support preparation of RFPs, RFIs, scopes of work, and contractor requirements related to CAD and GIS deliverables.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through standardization, automation, and process improvements.
- Communicate technical recommendations, workflow improvements, and project updates to stakeholders and management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related engineering or scientific discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in CAD design, GIS, engineering support, infrastructure development, or a related field.
- Intermediate to advanced experience creating 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, Revit, or similar design platforms.
- Experience working with ESRI products, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, and Portal, with the ability to perform geospatial analyses. Experience with QGIS, Global Mapper, or similar tools is a plus.
- Experience supporting CAD-to-GIS integration and data management workflows for infrastructure or engineering projects.
- Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across stakeholders.
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.
- Ability to identify information gaps, think critically, and independently develop solutions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote.
- High degree of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to travel occasionally as business needs require.
- Experience developing, implementing, or maintaining CAD-GIS integration standards, data governance practices, workflows, or technical specifications.
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Experience supporting energy, utility, transmission, thermal generation, or other large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Python programming or scripting experience to support workflow automation and process improvement initiatives.
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