Senior Substation Physical Designer 2 - Grid

Sargent Lundy; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 85,679 - 130,899; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Back‑Up Daycare

Pre‑Tax Commuter Account

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Greenville, SC seeks a Substation Physical Designer. You will work in a project team to produce substation drawings and BOMs, including General Arrangement, Equipment Plans, Elevations, and Grounding.

The role requires 12+ years of substation design and proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation. The position is hybrid, requiring in‑office work 3 days per week, with responsibilities to interpret vendor data and ensure client standards are met.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of substation physical design experience.
• Associate’s Degree in Drafting or equivalent drafting coursework/experience.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Substation General Arrangement drawings.
• Create Substation Electrical Equipment Plans and Section Views.
• Develop Grounding, Cable Tray and Lighting Plans, and BOM.
• Incorporate vendor information into designs and perform client walkdowns.
• Apply Client's standards to all design deliverables.

Skills

Substation design

3D visualization

Drafting

Education

Associate’s Degree in Drafting

High school diploma + drafting coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

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.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in‑office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

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

Education/Experience Requirements:

• 12 or more 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.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back‑Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$85,679 - $130,899

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.