Substation Designer

We are seeking an experienced Substation Designer to support high-voltage utility and energy projects across the Southeast. This hybrid role combines remote flexibility with in-office collaboration and occasional site visits. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CAD drafting and substation layout design, with a focus on accuracy, constructability, and utility standards.

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed CAD drawings for substation physical layout, including equipment arrangement, grounding, conduit routing, and control house layouts.
• Create electrical schematics such as single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable schedules.
• Generate bills of materials (BOMs) and material takeoffs to support procurement and construction.
• Review vendor drawings and integrate them into design packages.
• Conduct site visits to gather field data and support design validation.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to ensure cohesive, multi-discipline design packages.
• Perform quality checks to ensure compliance with standards and project requirements.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent drafting/design certification; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in substation design and drafting for utility or consulting firms.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; experience with 3D CAD or Inventor is a plus.
• Strong understanding of substation components and applicable standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC).
• Experience with protection and control (P&C) panel layouts and wiring diagrams.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for site support.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within utility document management systems (e.g., TEAMS, MAXIMO, STOMP, Vault).
• Familiarity with renewable energy or grid modernization projects.
• Exposure to basic substation-related calculations (e.g., grounding, equipment sizing).