Engineering Program Manager - Substation CAD Library & Assembly Program Lead
Full-Time, 3-Month Contract | Potential Extension or Full-Time Conversion
Remote-Friendly
$60-65/hr
About the Role
We are seeking a Substation CAD Library & Assembly Program Lead to support the buildout of a reusable AutoCAD assembly library for an internal substation layout automation platform.
This platform generates 3D AutoCAD substation yard models using predefined DWG assemblies representing equipment, foundations, steel structures, connectors, and related physical components. The current need is to expand and standardize the assembly library so the platform can support a broader range of common substation configurations.
This is not primarily a drafting role. The ideal candidate is a strong substation physical engineer or designer or CAD design lead who can define standards, organize production, manage third-party CAD resources, and own quality control for a high-volume library buildout. The role may include creating a small number of sample assemblies to establish “what good looks like,” but the primary focus is standards, vendor work packages, production coordination, and QA/QC.
Contract Structure
This is expected to be a full-time, three-month contract. At the end of the initial term, there may be an opportunity to extend the contract or transition into a full-time role by mutual agreement. Extension or conversion is not guaranteed and will depend on business needs, project results, and mutual fit.
The role is remote-friendly. The company will provide access to the required CAD environment, file systems, software, and internal resources.
Key Responsibilities
CAD Library Assessment and Planning
Review the existing AutoCAD DWG assembly library and document current files, assembly types, naming patterns, block structures, file organization, and gaps.
Develop a target library matrix for the standard reusable assemblies needed to support common substation layout configurations. This will include working with our internal team to identify required assembly families, variants, priorities, and missing content.
Expected assembly families may include breakers, disconnect switches, switch stands, steel structures, foundations, bus supports, connectors, equipment supports, and related substation yard components.
Assembly Standards Development
Create a supplemental CAD standard for automation-ready substation assemblies. This standard will build on existing company CAD standards and define requirements for:
- File and assembly naming
- Block and dynamic block structure
- Layer and line type usage
- Units, scale, insertion points, coordinate origins, and rotation conventions
- 3D geometry expectations
- Required metadata, properties, and BOM-related information
- Model simplification and performance expectations
- File cleanliness, organization, and approval readiness
The standard should balance dimensional accuracy, visual clarity, and model performance.
Vendor Work Package and Production Management
Prepare clear work packages for a third-party CAD production partner. Work packages may include equipment cut sheets, structure geometry, foundation requirements, connector information, reference drawings, material catalog references, naming requirements, and assembly standards.
Maintain a prioritized production backlog and provide the CAD vendor with a steady pipeline of assembly creation or modification tasks. Track progress, answer or route technical questions, manage revisions, and ensure work is moving efficiently.
This role will not be responsible for vendor invoice approval, budget approval, or commercial negotiations.
Quality Control and Approval Coordination
Own the QA/QC process for completed CAD assemblies and blocks. Review vendor deliverables for accuracy, completeness, consistency, file cleanliness, model performance, and compliance with the approved assembly standard.
Internal engineering and design resources will be available for questions and edge cases, but the contractor is responsible for getting assemblies to an approvable state. Final approval authority remains with the company.
Documentation and Handoff
Create formal documentation suitable for long-term governance of the CAD assembly library, including the assembly standard, production workflow, QA/QC checklist, work package template, library inventory, target library matrix, and remaining backlog.
Required Qualifications
- Substation physical design experience.
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and 3D CAD workflows.
- Experience with blocks, dynamic blocks, layers, line types, file organization, and CAD standards.
- Ability to read and interpret substation layout drawings, equipment cut sheets, structure details, foundation information, and dimensional references.
- Strong designer judgment, including knowing when to escalate technical questions.
- Experience developing, maintaining, or organizing CAD libraries, standard details, or reusable drawing content.
- Experience performing CAD QA/QC.
- Ability to coordinate external CAD or drafting resources.
- Strong documentation, organization, and project coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-moving, partially defined technical environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with high-voltage substation equipment, including breakers, disconnect switches, steel structures, foundations, connectors, and bus supports.
- Experience managing third-party CAD vendors or distributed drafting teams.
- Experience simplifying manufacturer CAD content for use in larger models.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD metadata/properties, Lisp-based workflows, external references, and CAD automation.
- Experience supporting model-driven design, design automation, or reusable engineering content libraries.
Expected Deliverables
By the end of the initial contract, the contractor is expected to deliver:
- Existing CAD assembly library inventory
- Target assembly library matrix
- Gap analysis of missing or incomplete assemblies
- Supplemental CAD assembly standard
- Vendor work package template
- Assembly development workflow
- QA/QC checklist
- Prioritized production backlog
- Completed and approved high-priority/common DWG assemblies
- Governance-ready documentation package
Success Criteria
The engagement will be considered successful if the contractor defines the required library, establishes clear assembly standards, manages an effective CAD production workflow, delivers the agreed-upon number of approved high-priority assemblies, and leaves behind documentation that allows the library to be maintained and expanded over time.
Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.
EEO: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits & Perks: Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer: The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have with AutoCAD and reviewing designs?
- Are you comfortable with a 3 month contract to start?
Work Location: Remote
