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Substation Designer

$30 - $50 per hour

Actalent

Substation Designer (Contract-to-Hire) Location: Phoenix, AZ | Tucson, AZ | Albuquerque, NM (Hybrid) Join a leading engineering organization driving grid transformation and power delivery innovation. This is a great opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects that support reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy systems. Key Responsibilities Design and develop electrical substation layouts, drawings, and specifications Support transmission & distribution (T&D/TDP) and power delivery projects Collaborate with engineers and technical teams on complex infrastructure initiatives Contribute to grid modernization efforts, including data center support Participate in design reviews to ensure quality, safety, and constructability Identify design challenges and implement effective solutions Qualifications Experience in substation design and engineering Strong knowledge of power delivery systems and T&D projects Ability to create and review technical drawings and documentation Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills Must be able to commute to office 2–3 days per week Preferred Qualifications Experience with large-scale power users (e.g., data centers) Experience in power infrastructure modernization projects What’s Offered Hybrid work environment with flexibility Opportunity to work with top engineering professionals Involvement in impactful, future-focused energy projects Inclusive, collaborative team culture Apply today to help power the future. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tucson, AZ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. Benefits include: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Actalent

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