Substation Designer

Leidos; Pune District; On-site; INR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Pune, India is seeking a Substation Designer to join our engineering team. You will develop electrical layouts and schematics for substation projects, review vendor drawings, and collaborate with Civil Engineers to ensure quality.

The role requires CAD experience and the ability to deliver accurate electrical deliverables. We value candidates with MicroStation and AutoCAD skills, familiarity with 2D/3D design tools, and a collaborative mindset to work within EPC or design-build

Qualifications

• 1+ years of substation design experience using CAD software.
• Ability to develop protection and control drawings.
• Proficient with 2D/3D design software like MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Team player with EPC or design-build experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures.
• Prepare electrical schematics and wiring design drawings.
• Develop a complete bill of materials for electrical equipment.
• Review vendor drawings and coordinate with Civil Engineers as needed.
• Assist the project team with developing processes to increase efficiency.
• Apply client, national, and state standards to assignments.
• Proficiency with Microstation.

Skills

Substation design

AutoCAD

MicroStation

3D design

Windows tools

Education

Diploma/ Bachelor's in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Autodesk Inventor 3D

Job description

Description

At Leidos is seeking a Substation Designer to join our team in Pune, India. We’re looking for someone who is dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is of exceptional quality. At Leidos, we challenge you with interesting assignments that provide you with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.

As a Substation Designer, you will be involved in:

• Develop new, or modify existing:Electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures, Substation foundation layout/plan drawings, Section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings, Conduit layout/plan drawings, Substation grounding layout/plan drawings, Control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings
• Prepare electrical schematics
• Complete electrical wiring design drawings
• Develop a complete bill of materials for all required electrical equipment and materials.
• Review and comment on equipment drawings received from vendors and manufacturers.
• Work with other disciplines (e.g., Civil Engineers) as necessary to complete assigned work.
• Assist the project team with developing processes and procedures to increase team efficiency.
• Perform basic engineering calculations to support engineering design
• Apply relevant client, national, and state standards to each assignment as needed.
• Proficiency with Microstation

What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):

• Higher Secondary (12th Pass) required; diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• 1+ years of direct substation physical and electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects.
• Ability to develop protection and control drawings including schematics and wiring deliverables.
• Solid comprehension and application of 2D and 3D design software such as MicroStation and AutoCAD, and Autodesk Inventor 3D w/ SDS.
• Proficient with Windows-based software such as Word and Excel, which are frequently used to develop project deliverables.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Advanced ability to utilize 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
• Ability to work in a team environment with others including, but not limited to, Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and drafters in multi-discipline groups.
• Experience working on EPC or other design-build Contract types
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and work product quality.

You Might Also Have:

• AutoCAD and other 3D applications.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.