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Relay · Headquarters - Metairie, LA

AutoCAD Drafting Team Lead

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We are looking for a new Drafting Team Lead in our Metairie office!

After a 3-6 month training program in our Covington Office, you will transition to the Metairie office to manage teams in Metairie.

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you.

Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

Why Ampirical?

• Hourly Range: $26/hour - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
• Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
• Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
• Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
• Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

What You’ll Do

Are you ready to lead, mentor, and inspire a talented team of drafting professionals? We’re seeking a Relay Drafting Team Lead who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions. In this pivotal role, you’ll guide a team of drafting specialists, ensuring projects are completed on time and to the highest standards.

• Lead & Mentor: Provide direction, coaching, and support to your drafting team, fostering communication and team cohesion.
• Project Oversight: Monitor project progress, address challenges, and ensure accuracy and quality in all deliverables.
• Resource Management: Assist the supervisor with project pipeline, team workload, and resource allocation.
• Quality Assurance: Back-check team members’ work, uphold drafting standards, and ensure compliance with company core values.
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineering to deliver designs that meet customer standards.
• Hiring & Evaluation: Participate in hiring and evaluating team members.
• Documentation: Create drawing packages including Protection & Controls and Substation deliverables.
• Administrative: Approve and verify team member timesheets.

What You Bring

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Technology, Drafting, or Design

Experience:

• Level III: 2+ years of industry experience with associate/technical degree or 6 months to 1 year with a 4-year degree
• Senior: 4+ years of industry experience with associate/technical degree or 2+ years with a 4-year degree

Skills:

• Superior interpersonal and leadership skills
• Exceptional communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)
• Team-oriented attitude
• Experience with AutoCAD required
• Preferred: AutoCAD Electrical (BIM), Autodesk Inventor (BIM), Vault Professional

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Department Relay Role Drafter III, Team Lead Locations Headquarters - Metairie, LA

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Hourly Range: \$26/hour - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications) Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary) Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more