Substation CAD Designer - Hybrid Role with 2D/3D Design

Planet Group; Atlanta (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Planet Group in Atlanta, GA seeks a Designer - Substation to support 2D/3D CAD work for substation projects within the QISG platform. You will collaborate with engineers and drafting teams to produce quality drawing packages for client deliverables, using AutoCAD, SDS, Inventor, and related tools.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in electric utility CAD/design, strong teamwork, and solid communication skills. This is a direct hire, hybrid role with potential relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification is preferred. A 4-year Eng Tech degree is a plus.
• Experience in drafting disciplines with a background in substation design is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects.
• Experience with 3D and/or smart design software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, SDS, etc.) is preferred.
• Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software.
• Extensive knowledge of various CAD programs
• Basic knowledge of the major components of a substation
• Basic oral and written communications
• Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation.
• Working in a team environment
• Communicating effectively with co-workers
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on design aspects from project inception to completion on various substation projects.
• Utilize 3D and/or smart design software for substation design.
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material.
• Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements.
• Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the stakeholders.
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Substation design

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associates degree in Drafting & Design

Eng Tech degree (4-year)

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

AutoCAD Map 3D

Inventor

SDS

Job description

Planet Group in Atlanta, GA seeks a Designer - Substation to support 2D/3D CAD work for substation projects within the QISG platform. You will collaborate with engineers and drafting teams to produce quality drawing packages for client deliverables, using AutoCAD, SDS, Inventor, and related tools.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in electric utility CAD/design, strong teamwork, and solid communication skills. This is a direct hire, hybrid role with potential relocation assistance.