Substation Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Develop comprehensive substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages, which encompass operating single line diagrams, layouts, sections, bus calculations/selections, ground grids, cable tray/trench/duct banks, lighting, lightning protection, prefabricated control building layouts, AC/DC station service supply, voltage drop assessments, conduit/cable tray fill, and bills of materials.

• Create complete substation protection and control design packages, including single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.

• Design renewable energy collector systems for medium-voltage applications, including switchgear, transformers, AC/DC inverters, power cables, AC/DC distribution systems, photovoltaic (PV) plants, battery energy storage systems, and wind turbines.

• Collaborate with both internal and external team members, such as electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, and project managers.

• Assume ownership of projects to ensure they meet and surpass client expectations.

• Assist in the development of standards, optimizations, and processes.

• Provide execution plans with robust follow-through.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of a diploma or bachelor's degree in drafting/electrical design.

• Over 5 years of relevant experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, and/or AutoCAD Map3D in power delivery, renewable energy, or power generation.

• Strong CAD expertise utilizing layers, blocks, XREFs, coordinate systems, annotations, and dimensioning while adhering to company and industry drafting standards.

• Must possess authorization for full-time employment in Canada.

• Capability to work on multi-discipline projects.

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.

• Excellent computer proficiency; skilled in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook, with advanced MS Office capabilities.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and offer recommendations.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

• Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision.

• Experience in 3D modeling is a plus.

• Familiarity with PVcase or PVCAD is advantageous.

• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector related to utility-scale wind and solar projects, including medium-voltage power systems and AC/DC distribution systems, is a plus.

• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems is a plus.

• Understanding of relevant industry codes and standards, including ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, and CSA, is a plus.

• Manufacturer experience with power transformers, circuit breakers, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverters, and similar equipment is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work hours to promote a healthy work-life balance.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401k matching.

• Eligibility for bonuses.

• Tuition reimbursement for select pre-approved educational pursuits.

• RRSP matching (Canada) and 401k matching (US).