HV Substation Designer | 15kV–345kV Projects

Quanta Services, Inc.; Converse (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services Company, is seeking an Electrical Designer with a strong background in high-voltage substation design for electric utilities. You will work with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver substation projects from concept through detailed design for utilities, contractors, and developers.

Join our team to contribute to critical power infrastructure projects and advance your technical skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related technical discipline.
• 4+ years of experience designing 15kV–345kV utility substations.
• Working knowledge of IEEE and ANSI standards related to substation design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; MicroStation a plus.
• Strong understanding of substation physical design and drafting practices.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Willingness to learn new software and continually develop technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop 2D and 3D substation design packages for HV substations.
• Collaborate with engineers and other design disciplines to produce coordinated design packages.
• Incorporate engineering feedback, redlines, and design revisions into project deliverables.
• Interpret and apply client specifications, industry codes, and design standards.
• Ensure drawings and documentation comply with company, client, and project drafting standards.
• Maintain organized project files, drawing revisions, and design documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Substation design

Electrical drafting

IEEE standards

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Job description

Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services Company, is seeking an Electrical Designer with a strong background in high-voltage substation design for electric utilities. You will work with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver substation projects from concept through detailed design for utilities, contractors, and developers.

Join our team to contribute to critical power infrastructure projects and advance your technical skills.