Lead Substation P&C CAD Designer

Pike Corporation; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering is seeking an experienced Substation Protection & Control CAD Designer to join our team in Fort Mill, SC. You will create P&C drawings from client standards for substations up to 500 kV, interpret specifications, and mentor junior designers while managing project schedules and budgets.

The role demands strong AutoCAD or MicroStation skills, good communication, and the ability to work independently within a multi-discipline environment on utility projects, including energy

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of CAD design experience.
• Proven AutoCAD and/or MicroStation skills.

Responsibilities

• Create substation P&C design drawings from client standards and industry best practices.
• Read and interpret P&C designs for utility stations through 500kV, including one lines, three lines, AC/DC schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and SCADA.
• Interpret written specifications and implement them in engineering drawings.
• Basic understanding of substation design to include equipment arrangements.
• Oversee the work of junior staff and mentor designers/drafters.
• Experience checking designs for accuracy, appearance, and adherence to customer standards.
• Collaborate, communicate, and liaise effectively with other design disciplines.
• Visit sites and advise on design issues.
• Manage budgets and project schedules.

Skills

P&C design knowledge

Leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Pike Engineering is seeking an experienced Substation Protection & Control CAD Designer to join our team in Fort Mill, SC. You will create P&C drawings from client standards for substations up to 500 kV, interpret specifications, and mentor junior designers while managing project schedules and budgets.

The role demands strong AutoCAD or MicroStation skills, good communication, and the ability to work independently within a multi-discipline environment on utility projects, including energy