Senior Substation Physical Designer

Sargent Lundy; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Substation Physical Designer to join their dynamic project team. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for a blend of in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility. As a key contributor, you will prepare essential substation drawings, ensuring high standards of design and functionality. The company is recognized for its commitment to employee well-being, offering award-winning benefits and a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for engineering and design, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of high and extra high voltage substation design.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

Work-life balance initiatives

Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award

Qualifications

• 5+ years of substation physical design experience required.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various substation drawings including general arrangements and equipment plans.
• Interpret vendor information and apply client standards in designs.

Skills

Substation Physical Design

AutoCAD

MicroStation

3D Visualization

Technical Drawing

Education

Associate’s Degree in Drafting

High School Diploma with Drafting Coursework

Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Design

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

As a Substation Physical Designer, you will be working in a project team environment with engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design. Responsibilities will include the preparation of the following substation drawings:

• Substation General Arrangement
• Substation Electrical Equipment Plans
• Substation Section Views (Elevations)
• Substation Detailed Bill of Material
• Substation Lightning Stroke Shielding Plan
• Substation Grounding Plan
• Substation Conduit, Electrical Connection and Grounding Details
• Substation Below Grade Conduit/Raceway Plan
• Control Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, Grounding Plans and Section

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables.
• Performing walkdowns at client facilities.
• Applying Client's standards related to the work.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of substation physical design experience.
• An Associate’s Degree in Drafting, or a high school diploma and 2 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer.

Valued Knowledge/Skills:

• An Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Design.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Compensation Range

$82,120.00 - $128,570.00

Awards & Recognition