Substation Physical Designer 3 - Grid
$63.48k - $99.08kSargent & Lundy
Description This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. This position will give you the opportunity to: Collaborate with engineers and designers in high and extra high voltage substation design in order to prepare the following: General Arrangement, Electrical Equipment Plans, Section Views (Elevations), Detailed Bills of Material, Lightning Stroke Shielding Plans, Grounding Plans, Conduits, Electrical Connection and Grounding Details, Below Grade Conduit/Raceway Plans, and Control Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, Grounding Plans and Sections. Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables. Conduct walkdowns at client substation facilities. Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package. Qualifications We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position. Education/Experience Requirements: An Associate’s Degree in Drafting, and/or a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma and 3 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience. A minimum of 8 years of substation physical design experience. Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. Familiar with Bentley Substation Design. Valued Knowledge/Skills: Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer. An Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design. Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design. Award-Winning Benefits At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award‑winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Accident Insurance Disability Coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Back‑Up Daycare FSA & HSA 401(k) Pre‑Tax Commuter Account Merit Scholarship Program Employee Discount Program Corporate Charitable Giving Program Tuition Assistance First Professional Licensure Bonus Employee Referral Bonus Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST) Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave Paid Bereavement Leave Flexible Work Arrangements Compensation Range $63,480.00 - $99,080.00 Transparency Statement Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus. Awards & Recognition Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law. CityChicago StateIL CountryUnited States Area of InterestDesign and Drafting TypeFull Time - Regular Job ID2025-17599 Business GroupGrid Group DepartmentPhysical Design #J-18808-Ljbffr
$63.48k - $99.08k
...to: Collaborate with engineers and designers in high and extra high voltage substation design in order to prepare the... ...preparing 3D substation models and physical design experience. Proficient with... ...Job ID: 2025-17604 Business Group: Grid Group Department: Physical Design...SuggestedHourly payFull timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote workWork from homeRelocation packageFlexible hours$68.33k - $104.39k
...from home. Collaborate with engineers and a senior designer to produce a high and or extra high voltage substation design. Using SDS to prepare a 3D Model that... ...minimum of 8 years preparing 3D substation models and physical design experience. Proficient with working in 3D...SuggestedHourly payWork at officeLocal areaRemote workWork from homeFlexible hours$54.42k - $78.41k
...days from home. Responsibilities As a Substation Physical Designer, you will be working in a project team... .../Experience Requirements A minimum of 3 years of substation physical design experience... ...Job ID: 2025-17592 Business Group: Grid Group Department: Physical Design #J-...SuggestedHourly payFull timeWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours$94.25k - $143.99k
...LOCATION: This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week at the Sargent & Lundy office. As a Substation Physical Project Designer, you will be working in a project team environment with engineers and other designers...SuggestedHourly payFor contractorsWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours3 days per week- Sargent & Lundy in Chicago offers a hybrid Substation Physical Project Designer role, requiring in-office work 3 days per week. You will join a project team of engineers and designers delivering high and extra high voltage substation design and related drawings. Responsibilities...SuggestedWork at office3 days per week
$30 - $50 per hour
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...Nexus Engineering Group is employee-owned, full-service, and growing our Substation Department. As a Substation Physical Designer, you’ll develop the physical design of high-voltage substation projects — and grow from production support toward independent design. You’...Work at officeLocal areaFlexible hours- ...Nexus Engineering Group is employee-owned, full-service, and growing our Substation Department. As a Substation Physical Designer, you'll develop the physical design of high-voltage substation projects - and grow from production support toward independent design. You'...Work at officeLocal areaFlexible hours
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- GFT is seeking an Associate Physical Designer (Substation) to work on high-voltage projects across multiple US offices or remotely nationwide. The role focuses on the physical design of substations up to 500kV, with senior engineers mentoring the team. The position offers...Remote job
- Nexus Engineering Group is seeking a Substation Physical Designer to develop the physical design of high-voltage substations, from general arrangements to equipment placement, grounding, and conduit routing. You'll grow from production support toward independent design...
$80k - $110k
What You Will Do GFT is searching for an Associate Physical Designer (Substation) 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...Full timeWork at officeRemote work- Nexus Engineering Group in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a Substation Physical Designer to develop the physical design of high-voltage substation projects, from new builds to upgrades. You’ll move from production support toward independent design under mentorship. Join a employee...Work at office
- Nexus Engineering Group seeks a Substation Physical Designer to develop the physical design for high-voltage substations. You’ll create general arrangement layouts, elevations, grounding, conduit routing, and equipment placement, growing toward independent design on projects...
- Overview Substation Physical Designer - Utilities Division Responsibilities Lead the design of complex projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements. Prepare, review, and maintain detailed drawings, specifications, and technical documentation...Work at office
- Nexus Engineering Group seeks a Substation Physical Designer to develop the physical layouts, elevations, grounding, conduit routing, and equipment placement for high-voltage substations, from new builds to upgrades, with growing independence as you gain experience. You...
$122.5k - $145k
...shape a better world.We are seeking a Senior Substation Designer with technical experience in the design of HV... ...including: single‐line diagrams, substation physical layouts, conduit and cable plans and details, grounding grid plan and details, lightning protection and yard...For contractorsWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours- Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior 3D drafting professional to model substation components and develop detailed design packages. The role requires extensive experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Inventor to create General Arrangements, equipment plans, and BOMs for...Relocation package
- A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a candidate for a hybrid position focused on high voltage substation design. The role requires extensive experience in 3D drafting and familiarity with CAD tools like AutoCAD and MicroStation. The ideal candidate should have...
$149.2k - $308.46k
...0‑based digital and virtual substations from pilot to production, shaping real-world grid modernization outcomes.Design and standardize secure, vendor... ...devices meeting IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613 environmental... ...necessary.Work Environment/Physical DemandsThis position would require...Full timePart timeWork experience placementWork at officeLocal areaRelocationVisa sponsorshipFlexible hours$30 - $50 per hour
...Atwell is seeking an experienced Electrical Designer, Substation to support the design and execution of... ...team. This role will support both Physical Design and Protection & Controls (P&C)... ...electrical drafting/design Minimum of 3+ years of experience in substation design...Hourly payFlexible hours$48.1k - $86.95k
...looking for a skilled and experienced Substation Civil Site Designer to work out of our Chicago office or remotely... ...Site Designer Qualifications: Level 3: Associate's degree or technical... ...origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition...Work at officeLocal areaImmediate startRemote work$81.5k - $138.55k
Title: Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTELocation: Remote USReady to make a difference? ICF is... ...Physical Engineer, to work primarily on the design of projects on distribution substations... ...learn more about this team and how our grid engineering solutions help electric...Full timeContract workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workWork from homeFlexible hours- HDR, Inc. in Chicago seeks a Substation Digital Design Specialist to create and maintain discipline BIM models, generate drawings, and ensure digital delivery aligns with project scope and standards. You'll collaborate with architects and engineers, apply 3D design tools...Full time
$85.68k - $130.9k
...Substation Design Team Member This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from... ...teams in developing both AIS and GIS Substation Electrical physical layout drawings in both 2D and 3D model. Challenging assignments...Hourly payWork at officeLocal areaRemote workWork from homeFlexible hours$74.75k - $115.12k
A prominent engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Senior 3D Substation Physical Designer. This hybrid role involves creating detailed 3D models for high voltage substations using AutoCAD, Inventor, and other software. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience...$69.6k - $125.7k
...talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance... ...valued. What You'll Do The Designer - Substation is responsible for supporting substation... ...QISG platform by performing routine 2D/3D Physical and/or Protection & Control (P&C) design...For contractorsWork at officeLocal areaWorldwide- A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Substation Physical Designer for their Utilities Division. The role requires a minimum of 5 years experience in power delivery system design, focusing on compliance with industry standards and client requirements. You...Work at office
- Sargent & Lundy is seeking a skilled designer to collaborate with engineers on 3D substation design, including high and extra high voltage layouts. The role involves creating models with SDS and delivering comprehensive drawings and BOMs. The position requires 8+ years...
- GFT is seeking an experienced Substation P&C Designer for a remote role. You will contribute to power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy projects, focusing on high voltage protection/controls for substations up to 765kV. You will prepare one- and three-line...Remote job
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