Provides engineering, architecture, and consulting services for infrastructure and built environments.
The designer will generate detailed engineering deliverables—including general arrangement, elevation, grounding, and conduit drawings—under the supervision of the lead engineer, and will perform basic engineering calculations to support those deliverables. Standard CAD tools will be used to create drawings, compute manufacturing and installation standards, and inspect completed installations for compliance with design and safety specifications. Project production efforts will be overseen to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget, while technical drawings and specifications are prepared and studied to meet customer requirements. Site visits will be conducted as needed to gather data and produce field notes for design completion.
GFT is searching for a Physical Substation Designer to work in either Chicago, IL; St. Louis, MO; Pittsburgh, PA; Phoenix, AZ; Marlon, NJ; Charlotte, NC; or Roanoke, VA office. An experienced Physical Designer could also work remotely anywhere in the United States (fully remote).
Candidates must have at least three years of substation or general electrical T&D design experience and be proficient with computer‑aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation. A thorough knowledge of NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, and the Design Guide for Rural Substations is required, as well as the ability to review vendor submittals and develop complete construction documents with minimal supervision. Additional expertise includes substation phase spacing, clearance requirements, voltage levels (MV, HV, EHV), duct‑bank design, and the preparation of single‑line diagrams, layouts, and grounding plans. Strong written communication skills are needed for routine reports and correspondence.
Experience in the energy industry or a consulting services environment and skills in 3‑D modeling are considered advantageous. These additional capabilities enhance the ability to deliver innovative design solutions.
In this role you will be challenged to physically design high‑voltage substation projects up to 500 kV and contribute to a organization recognized for quality and excellence. Senior team members, regarded as industry experts, focus on training and leading the next generation of engineers and designers. You will receive a competitive salary, full benefits, and a valuable work‑life balance.
The position can be based remotely or in any of the listed office locations, with core business hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is a full‑time role with a salary range of $65,000–$80,000, dependent on experience and geographic location.