Electrical Drafter Team Lead - Metairie Ampirical is growing, and we're expanding our drafting leadership team to support that growth. This role exists to provide hands-on leadership, mentorship, and quality oversight for our Relay drafting teams as project volume continues to scale. After a structured 3–6 month training period in our Covington office, this leader will transition to our Metairie office to manage and develop local drafting teams alongside our other Team Lead in Metairie. As Ampirical continues to grow its footprint in the power and energy space, our drafting teams are taking on increasingly complex and high-volume projects. We're creating this role to ensure our drafters are supported by a dedicated, experienced leader who can balance technical excellence, team development, and delivery timelines - while serving as a key partner to engineering and operations. 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. Why Ampirical? Hourly Range: $27+ /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 vestingPTO: 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
Minimum Requirements:
Level III: Minimum 2 years of drafting experience with associate/technical degree in Industrial Technology, Drafting or Design OR 6 months + of drafting experience with a 4-year degree in Industrial Technology, Drafting or Design OR in lieu of degrees a High School Diploma / GED and 4 years of drafting experience.
Senior: Minimum 4 years of drafting experience with associate/technical degree in Industrial Technology, Drafting or Design OR 2+ years of drafting experience with a Bachelors Degree in in Industrial Technology, Drafting or design OR in lieu of degrees a High School Diploma / GED and 6 years of drafting experience.
Minimum 1 year of leadership type experience
Experience with AutoCAD or equivalent system
Skills:- Superior interpersonal and leadership skills
- Exceptional communication abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)
- Team-oriented attitude
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.
