Substation Physical Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for developing 2D and 3D design drawings for our client's Transmission and Distribution substations, supporting design standards and standardization efforts. The Designer will use AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and related design tools to create and modify substation physical design packages, including foundation, grounding, conduit, switchgear, switch house, bus, and overall substation layouts. Responsibilities include preparing engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements; ordering stock, non-stock, and fabricated materials; transmitting design packages; and coordinating with engineers, vendors, manufacturers, and internal stakeholders. The role also supports construction, field services, project management, and maintenance teams, and requires occasional site visits, field support, and overnight travel.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS


Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology degree -OR-
• Associate Degree with at least 5 years of related industry experience -OR-
• High school diploma with significant related industry experience of at least 8 years

Experience

• Strong understanding of electrical substation equipment is preferred.
• Experience in Transmission and /or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred.
• Good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred.
• Strong understanding of the National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, and OSHA safe operating practices is preferred.
• Ability to create electrical Substation Physical drawings from a single line or three line diagram is preferred.
• Ability to create/manipulate 2D drawings and 3D models for electrical Substations.
• Experience using 3D modeling software (SDS Inventor, Autodesk Inventor or Autodesk 3D (P4A) is preferred.
• AutoCAD training or experience is preferred.
• Experience working with document management & estimating systems preferred.
• Experience using Primavera (P6), progress reporting software preferred.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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