Physical Designer – Substation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +7 more states.

📋 Description

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

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

• Develop general arrangements, elevations, grounding, and conduit drawings.

• Conduct basic engineering calculations associated with engineering deliverables.

• Execute intricate design tasks utilizing established design principles and practices.

• Utilize standard CAD software to produce drawings and related deliverables.

• Carry out detailed calculations to meet 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 timely and budget-compliant completion.

• Prepare and analyze technical drawings and electrical system specifications.

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

• Provide adequate field notes back to the office to finalize project design.

• Collaborate with senior team members focused on training and mentoring engineers and designers.

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

• Associate Degree is strongly preferred.

• In-depth understanding of NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, and the Design Guide for Rural Substations.

• Capability to review and coordinate vendor submissions for design compliance.

• Knowledge of substation phase spacing and electrical clearance standards.

• Ability to create and review comprehensive construction documents with minimal supervision.

• Skilled at designing control enclosure layouts, cable tray layouts, and conduit drawings.

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

• Competence in developing and designing substation duct banks.

• Ability to interpret engineering calculations and studies and integrate them into design requirements.

• Capacity to adhere to project schedules and complete tasks within budget constraints.

• Extensive knowledge of substation structures and equipment, including connectors, insulators, switches, and conductors.

• Understanding 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 with little to no oversight.

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

• Proficiency in 3D Modeling is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• 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 further education.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Access to internal and external training programs.

• Support for active participation in professional organizations.

• Incentive compensation available for eligible roles.

• Focus on work/life balance.