Physical Designer – Substation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +6 more states.

📋 Description

• Design and implement high-voltage substation projects within the 34.5kV–500kV range.

• Develop designs and comprehensive engineering deliverables under the guidance of the lead engineer.

• Create detailed general arrangement, elevation, grounding, and conduit drawings.

• Conduct fundamental engineering calculations pertinent to engineering deliverables.

• Undertake intricate design assignments utilizing established design principles and practices.

• Employ standard CAD tools to generate drawings and associated deliverables.

• Execute calculations to determine manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications.

• Inspect completed installations and monitor operations for adherence to design, equipment, operational, and safety standards.

• Supervise project production efforts to guarantee projects are finished satisfactorily, on schedule, and within budget.

• Prepare and analyze technical drawings and specifications for electrical systems.

• Travel to job sites for evaluation and data collection as necessary.

• Submit field notes to the office to finalize project design.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in substation or general electrical T&D design.

• Proficiency in computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.

• Associate Degree is strongly preferred.

• Comprehensive knowledge of NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, and the Design Guide for Rural Substations.

• Capability to review and coordinate vendor submittals.

• Understanding of substation phase spacing and electrical clearance requirements.

• Ability to produce and review complete construction documents with minimal supervision.

• Skill in creating control enclosure layouts, cable tray layouts and details, and conduit drawings.

• Familiarity with MV, HV, and EHV substation voltages.

• Proficient in developing and designing substation duct banks.

• Ability to interpret engineering calculations and studies.

• Competence in managing project schedules and completing tasks within budget.

• Extensive understanding of substation structures and equipment.

• Knowledge of substation construction and/or commissioning techniques and industry standards.

• Proficient in writing routine reports and correspondence.

• Expertise in sketching single line diagrams, layouts, general arrangements, conduit plans, trench plans, grounding plans, and other design documents.

• Experience in the energy sector or a consulting services environment is preferred.

• Proficiency in 3D Modeling is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Work/life balance.

• Hybrid work environment (combination of in-person and remote work).

• Wellness programs.

• Parental leave.

• Pet insurance.

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Disability insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.

• Access to internal and external training programs.

• Support for active participation in professional organizations.

• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.