Electrical Substation Designer

Description

• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
• Assist with setting up of electrical CAD configuration and procedures according to project requirements at the beginning of a project for the electrical design team.
• Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines.
• Assist in preparing engineering drawings from rough sketches or from general engineering and design information (verbal instructions and notes) using CAD software programs
• Assist in designing various electrical project designs including creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical power systems, lighting systems, protection and controls, and site and facility design. Follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards.
• Assist with analyzing reports, drawings, and tests, to plan and design projects.
• Incorporate schedules, budgets and project criteria into electrical design and layouts.
• Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects.
• Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Assist with a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Drafting Technology or related field and two years related experience (OR) Associate's degree and three years related experience or four years progressive detailing and design experience.
• Ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of engineering discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Basic knowledge in design, calculations and design systems.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Professional Development Support
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
• Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
• Dental Insurance
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance