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Substation Physical Designer (Contract-to-Hire)

$60 - $75 per hour

Michael Page

  • Build the Future Power Grid
  • Work on High-Voltage Projects

About Our Client

Join a leading engineering consulting firm supporting major utility and power delivery projects across the country. Our team partners with top utility providers and energy companies to modernize the electrical grid, expand transmission infrastructure, and support the growing demand for reliable and renewable power. With projects ranging from 12kV distribution substations to 500kV+ transmission facilities, we offer the opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects that shape the future of energy.

Job Description

  • Develop detailed physical substation design packages for utility projects
  • Support greenfield and brownfield substation projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV+
  • Prepare:
    • General arrangement drawings
    • Electrical equipment layouts
    • Elevations and section views
    • Grounding layouts
    • Conduit and cable trench plans
    • Control building layouts
    • Bus and rigid bus drawings
  • Coordinate with engineers, relay/P&C teams, civil teams, and project managers
  • Utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bentley Substation, or similar design platforms
  • Ensure designs comply with:
    • Utility standards
    • NESC
    • IEEE standards
    • Client specifications
  • Support site visits, field verification, and constructability reviews as needed
  • Assist with design revisions and project documentation throughout project lifecycle

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Substation Physical Designer (Contract-to-Hire) should have:

  • Associate's degree or technical certification in drafting, design technology, or engineering technology preferred
  • 2+ years of substation physical design experience
  • Experience supporting utility, consulting, or EPC substation projects
  • Proficiency with:
    • AutoCAD
    • MicroStation
  • Understanding of substation equipment and layouts including:
    • Breakers
    • Disconnect switches
    • CTs/PTs
    • Transformers
    • Bus configurations
  • Strong communication and coordination skills

What's on Offer

  • Hourly pay range between $60 and $75, depending on qualifications and experience.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision (MDV) benefits package.
  • Support critical grid modernization projects
  • Work on large-scale utility infrastructure programs
  • Opportunity for long-term growth and permanent placement
  • Collaborative engineering and design environment
  • Competitive compensation with overtime potential



If you are excited about contributing to impactful energy projects and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply today!
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