Substation Physical Project Designer - Grid

Substation Physical Project DesignerAs a Substation Physical Project Designer, you will be working in a project team environment with engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design.Responsibilities will include the preparation and detailed review of the following substation drawings:Substation General ArrangementSubstation Electrical Equipment PlansSubstation Electrical Section Views (Elevations)Substation Detailed Bill of MaterialSubstation Lightning Stroke Shielding PlanSubstation Grounding PlanSubstation Conduit, Electrical Connection and Grounding DetailsSubstation Below Grade Conduit/Raceway PlanControl Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, Grounding Plans and SectionOther responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Performs technical review of project team's comments on vendor design deliverables (ensuring compliance with specifications), coordinates the incorporation of those comments, and consolidates and resolves project team comments.Acts as the lead while conducting field walkdowns and gathers data at client facilities. Interfaces with clients and contractors to discuss walkdown issues. Performs constructability walkdowns with clients and contractors.Identifies applicable codes and standards for team use. Provides guidance in applying codes and standards. Participates actively in the company's quality system in developing enhancements to standards and processes for company use. Identifies applicable standards for technical tasks. Maintains and utilizes working knowledge of design standards and practices. Ensures that designs conform to codes and standards. Applies Client's standards related to the project.Provides guidance and mentoring to designers, drafters, and other project stakeholders in the use of design/drafting tools and client-specific design tools.Reviews and supervises the production of design deliverables.Provides technical guidance to others in the preparation and review of calculations associated with applicable design processes.Develops cost-effective design approaches for a given project.Interfaces with other disciplines to obtain required design inputs and ensures adequacy of input for an integrated design.Obtains required input for calculations and independently prepares and reviews calculations.Implements work plan requirements within budget and schedule using the most efficient methods. Provides guidance to the project team in attaining budget and schedule.Delegates and monitors the work of assigned staff on technical matters pertinent to project assignments.Provides performance feedback as a primary evaluator and is involved in performance and personnel issues for assigned staff.Oversees routine, day-to-day performance and personnel issues for assigned group.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.QualificationsWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.Essential skills and experience:An Associates Degree in Drafting or equivalent technical experience.15 or more years of substation physical design experience.Advanced knowledge of computer drafting tools (i.e. AutoCAD and/or MicroStation).Ability to visualize Equipment Details, Phase to Ground and Phase to Phase Clearances.Ability to multi-task from project to project.Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.Valued Knowledge/Skills:An Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design.Familiarity with Bentley Substation, Inventor SDS, and BlueBeam.Familiar with ground-based Lidar, converting point cloud information to vector.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 BenefitsAt 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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Accident InsuranceDisability CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Back-Up DaycareFSA & HSA401(k)Pre-Tax Commuter AccountMerit Scholarship ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramCorporate Charitable Giving ProgramTuition AssistanceFirst Professional Licensure BonusEmployee Referral BonusPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work ArrangementsCompensation Range$94,247 - $143,989Transparency StatementSargent & 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.Equal OpportunitySargent & 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.