Substation Designer

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Benefits Package

Collaborative Environment

Innovative Culture

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. in Fargo, ND is seeking a Designer to support engineers by providing drafting and design assistance for infrastructure projects. You will create accurate 3D models and guide technicians using industry software.

Qualified candidates hold a two-year technical degree in drafting and 7+ years of infrastructure experience, with strong collaboration and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in Technical Drafting or equivalent.
• 7+ years of infrastructure related experience.
• Proficiency with 3D software: AutoCAD, Inventor, Bentley, SolidWorks, Revit, SketchUp.
• Ability to learn and apply project standards and procedures.
• Strong collaboration and communication in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop plans for infrastructure projects by drawing accurate 3D models.
• Utilize 3D modeling knowledge to provide technical guidance to technicians.
• Ensure designs meet project standards and construction requirements.

Education

Two-year technical degree in Technical Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Bentley

SolidWorks

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Photoshop

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Designer opening. The Designer supports an assigned group of engineers and technicians by providing technical drafting and design support for infrastructure related designs with limited supervision.

What You'll Do

Successful candidates will design and develop plans for infrastructure projects by drawing accurate 3D models on a given software platform. Utilize knowledge of design and 3D modeling to provide technical guidance to other technicians.

What We Expect from You

• Two year technical degree in Technical Drafting or equivalent
• 7 or more years of infrastructure related experience required
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with 3D software programs such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Bentley, Solidworks, Revit, and Sketch up as well as graphic design programs such as Adobe Photoshop.
• Ability to learn and successfully apply company, client and projects standards and procedures
• Ability to successfully collaborate and communicate with individuals in a team environment
• Detailed drafting experience with substation electrical equipment layout, conduit design, grounding design, lighting design, lightning protection design, protection one-line diagrams, schematics and interconnection wiring diagrams using AutoCAD.
• Thorough understanding of site layout logistics as it can relate to substation equipment layout for efficient drafting and ease of construction
• Knowledge of MicroStation is a plus
• Proven experience in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Access)
• Good organization and communication skills to assure projects are completed on schedule
• Must be able to work independently
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the US

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees -for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $43.80hr - $54.00hr
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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