Senior Electrical Substation Drafter (Hybrid)

ACTalent; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Transit benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Substation Drafter to support power delivery and substation design projects within a leading power sector organization. You will work alongside engineers to translate concepts into precise drawings in a hybrid Office/Remote setting in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque.

The role requires extensive drafting experience focused on electrical substation design, with opportunities to contribute to transmission and distribution projects and grid modernization.

Qualifications

• 14 years of experience in drafting, with a focus on electrical substation design or closely related power delivery projects.
• Hands-on experience with substation design and substation engineering work.
• Experience in electrical engineering or electrical design for power delivery systems.
• Previous experience in transmission and distribution (T&D/TDP) and power projects.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering teams to interpret and apply technical specifications in design drawings.
• Capability to commute and work from an office in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque 2 to 3 times per week.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and drafting of electrical substation projects, ensuring accuracy and consistency with engineering standards and project requirements.
• Prepare and update substation design drawings and documentation for power delivery projects under the guidance of engineering staff.
• Collaborate closely with electrical engineers and substation engineering teams to translate technical concepts and specifications into clear and precise drawings.
• Assist in the development and refinement of substation layouts, single-line diagrams, schematics, and other design documents used in transmission and distribution systems.
• Contribute to power delivery and transmission design projects that support grid modernization and infrastructure improvements.
• Coordinate with project team members to meet deadlines, maintain quality standards, and support project schedules.
• Ensure that all drafting work aligns with established engineering practices, safety considerations, and applicable industry codes.
• Participate in a collaborative, inclusive work culture by sharing ideas, asking questions, and supporting continuous improvement in design processes.

Skills

14 years of drafting experience

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Substation Drafter to support power delivery and substation design projects within a leading power sector organization. You will work alongside engineers to translate concepts into precise drawings in a hybrid Office/Remote setting in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque.

The role requires extensive drafting experience focused on electrical substation design, with opportunities to contribute to transmission and distribution projects and grid modernization.