Power Systems Substation Designer — CAD & Automation Expert

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick days

Family leave

Tuition assistance

Engineering development programs

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Designer in Engineering Services to create detailed substation designs and CAD drawings. You will prepare estimates and develop substation layouts across multiple locations, under a technical lead.

The role requires high voltage design experience, CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/Civil 3D/MicroStation), and the ability to mentor junior staff. LOCATIONS include OH, PA, MD, and FL, with a strong focus on power grid protection and automation.

Qualifications

• BSET or related design degree or associate degree in EET/CAD/Drafting or equivalent experience.
• Four+ years of high voltage electrical design experience, including substation design or protective relay controls systems.
• Experience with electrical utility, consulting or system integrator projects; knowledge of protective relay/applications.
• Competency in CAD drafting (AUTOCAD, Civil 3D or Microstation).

Responsibilities

• Create detailed substation physical and electrical designs and prepare job estimates under supervision of a technical lead.
• Prepare CAD drawings and project documentation.
• Develop drawings: general arrangements, section/elevation views, conduit plans, grounding plans, fencing plans, lighting plans, foundation plans, and bill of materials.
• Provide design engineering support to project leads.
• Assist and mentor junior designers/drafters with technical tasks.
• Develop knowledge of SEL equipment and solutions for electric power system protection and automation.

Skills

CAD drafting

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microstation

Education

BSET or related design degree

Associate degree in EET/CAD/Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microstation

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Designer in Engineering Services to create detailed substation designs and CAD drawings. You will prepare estimates and develop substation layouts across multiple locations, under a technical lead.

The role requires high voltage design experience, CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/Civil 3D/MicroStation), and the ability to mentor junior staff. LOCATIONS include OH, PA, MD, and FL, with a strong focus on power grid protection and automation.