Senior Substation Physical Designer 2 -- Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,679 - 130,899; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Substation Physical Designer in Houston, Texas, to engage in high and extra high voltage substation design. This role requires a minimum of 12 years of substation physical design experience, proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation, and an Associate’s Degree in Drafting or equivalent. Award-winning benefits include comprehensive healthcare plans, competitive compensation ranging from $85,679 to $130,899, and generous paid time off. The position allows for a hybrid work schedule, blending in-office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of substation physical design experience.
• Must not require work authorization sponsorship.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without computer aid.

Responsibilities

• Work in a project team environment on high voltage substation design.
• Prepare various substation drawings.
• Interpret vendor information into design deliverables.

Skills

Substation physical design experience

Proficient with AutoCAD

Proficient with MicroStation

Ability to visualize parts in 3D

Education

Associate’s Degree in Drafting

High school diploma with drafting coursework

Job description

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

Responsibilities

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

• 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.

• A minimum of 12 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

• 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 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.