Lead Designer - Substation

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group in Atlanta seeks a Lead Designer - Substation to support design projects across the QISG platform, performing routine 2D/3D CAD tasks with a focus on accuracy, standards compliance, and substation design expertise. Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor and SDS is preferred, with a strong background in HV substation construction.

You will collaborate with engineers and drafting teams, maintain quality drawing packages, and travel as needed

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification required.
• Background in substation design with HV CAD/design experience.
• 10+ years in electric utility CAD/design for high voltage substations.
• Proficiency with 3D and/or smart design software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, SDS).
• Strong teamwork and effective communication within a design/drafting environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a complex setting.

Responsibilities

• Work on design aspects from project inception to completion on various substation projects.
• Utilize 3D and/or smart design software for substation design.
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure high workmanship standards.
• Take ownership of the quality and accuracy of your work.
• Research information in catalogs, specifications, standards, or reference materials.
• Learn and use the document management system and suggest improvements.
• Adhere to corporate engineering practices and standards.
• Report potential problems with solutions to stakeholders.
• Travel occasionally to project sites as required.

Skills

Substation design

CAD proficiency

3D design

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Associates degree in Drafting & Design

Eng Tech degree

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Inventor

SDS

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta's comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta's comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About This Role

The Lead Designer - Substation is responsible for supporting substation design projects across the QISG platform by performing routine 2D/3D Physical and/or Protection & Control (P&C) design tasks. This role requires working knowledge of basic design techniques and industry procedures, with an emphasis on accuracy, standards compliance, and CAD proficiency.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong familiarity with substation materials, construction methods, and utility design standards. Proficiency with CAD platforms—including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Map 3D, Inventor, and Substation Design Suite (SDS) for Physical and/or P&C applications is preferred. The Designer will work under the direction of a Lead Designer and collaborate closely with engineers and drafting teams to develop and maintain quality drawing packages for both internal and client-facing deliverables.

What You'll Do

• Work on design aspects from project inception to completion on various substation projects.
• Utilize 3D and/or smart design software for substation design.
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material.
• Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements.
• Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the stakeholders.
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification is preferred. A 4-year Eng Tech degree is a plus.
• Expertise in drafting disciplines with a background in substation design
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects. More experience could result in a higher-level position.
• Expertise with 3D and/or smart design software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, SDS, etc.) is preferred.
• Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software.
• Extensive knowledge of various CAD programs
• Working in a team environment
• Communicating effectively with co-workers
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Travel Requirements

• Role will require travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities. but travel will be minimal to support project related site visits.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary - overtime is available.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.