Electrical Substation Designer: CAD & Growth Path

Dashiell; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is seeking an Electrical Designer in Madison, WI to support the substation design team by producing drafting and design work, preparing drawings, and performing basic calculations under supervision.

Based in our Madison office, you will collaborate with senior designers, learn applicable codes and standards, and help deliver CAD deliverables on time.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or technical certificate in drafting, engineering technology, or related field required.
• Minimum 1 year of drafting and design experience in electrical or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; experience with discipline-specific design software is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electrical design including power distribution systems, conduit and cable tray routing, panel schedules, single-line diagrams, grounding and bonding, lighting design, motor control, and applicable NEC, NFPA, and IEEE standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established standards and procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical engineering drawings and CAD documents under close supervision of senior designers.
• Assist in the development of design packages including plans, details, and specifications.
• Perform basic quantity take-offs and material lists from design drawings.
• Perform lighting studies using Visual Lighting software.
• Maintain drawing files and project documentation in compliance with company or client standards.
• Review drawings for accuracy and completeness prior to submittal to supervisor.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure consistency across drawing sets.
• Learn and apply applicable electrical codes, standards, and company design guidelines.
• Calculate cable lengths, conduit fill, or other basic tasks.
• Assist CAD Admin group to set up and implement customer standards.
• Assist CAD Admin group in developing and controlling CADD libraries and standards.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Bring potential project related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.
• Travel for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree or technical certificate in drafting, engineering technology, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is seeking an Electrical Designer in Madison, WI to support the substation design team by producing drafting and design work, preparing drawings, and performing basic calculations under supervision.

Based in our Madison office, you will collaborate with senior designers, learn applicable codes and standards, and help deliver CAD deliverables on time.