Substation Physical Designer - REMOTE

Description ICF is seeking a Substation Physical Designer to support the execution of distribution substation projects at voltages from 12 kV to 69 kV. The core responsibilities focus on distribution-level projects, with expected involvement in transmission substation projects above 69 kV. Benefits Fully remote, flexible schedule, work‑life balance Donation matching and volunteer opportunities Tuition reimbursement, professional development resources, 401(k) matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Ideal Candidate A highly motivated designer who takes pride in providing quality services, meets deadlines, works independently from home, expands knowledge to improve processes, collaborates well within a team, and willingly accepts new responsibilities and skill development. Responsibilities Design and prepare substation drawings including: One‑Line and Three‑Line diagrams Station General Arrangements & Sections Grounding Plan & Details Conduit Plan & Details Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding Low‑Voltage AC Panels Protective Schemes Relay One Lines and Three Lines AC/DC Schematics Panel Layouts Wiring Diagram and Cable Schedule SCADA and Communication Diagrams Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria Coordinate with physical, protection & controls, and drafting disciplines to ensure high‑quality deliverables. Participate in client meetings and perform site visits for data gathering as required. Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables. Apply client standards related to the work. Ensure company Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are followed on all design packages. Continuously improve engineering, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance. Mentor and guide junior designers. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree in Drafting/Design or related field. One year of drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience may substitute for one year of education. 2+ years of substation design experience with Inventor 3D, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and MicroStation. Preferred Skills Associate’s degree in Computer Aided Design. Ability to prioritize work across multiple projects. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of substation design techniques, tools, and principles for producing technical drawings and models. Understanding of practical engineering science applications and equipment integration into designs. Equal Opportunity Employer ICF is an equal‑opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and provide reasonable accommodations in all phases of the application and employment process. All information provided will be treated confidentially and used only as required to provide accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights and benefit offerings in accordance with the Transparency in Benefits Coverage Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr