Substation Designer

RRC Power and Energy; Round Rock (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP matching (Canada) / 401k matching

Job summary

RRC Power and Energy is seeking a Substation Designer (Physical) P&C to help advance energy projects across the U.S. and Canada.

This role supports both remote work and office-based work across North America, leveraging AutoCAD, MicroStation, and related tools to deliver complex switchyard, protection, and renewable energy designs. The position requires 5+ years in electrical drafting/design, strong CAD skills, and the ability to work across disciplines with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum of diploma or bachelors degree in drafting / electrical design.
• 5+ years related experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, and/or AutoCAD Map3D in power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), renewable energy, or power generation.
• Strong CAD skills with experience utilizing layers, blocks, XREFs, coordinate systems, annotations, and dimensioning while abiding by company and industry drafting standards.
• Must be authorized for full-time work in Canada
• Ability to work on multi-discipline projects
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Excellent computer skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced MS Office skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Self-motivated and work with minimal guidance
• 3D Modeling experience a plus
• Experience with PVcase, PVCAD a plus
• Knowledge of renewable energy industry relating to utility scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution system a plus
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems a plus
• Understanding of applicable industry codes and standards including the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, CSA a plus
• Manufacturer experience of power transformer, circuit breaker, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverter, etc. a plus

Responsibilities

• Complete substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages encompassing operating single line diagrams, layouts, sections, bus calculation/selections, ground grid, cable tray/trench/duct bank, lighting, lightning protection, prefabricated control building layouts, AC/DC station service supply, voltage drop, conduit/cable tray fill, bill of materials, etc.
• Complete substation protection and control design packages including single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, etc.
• Complete renewable energy collector system design packages such as medium voltage systems with switchgear, transformers, AC/DC inverters and power cables, AC/DC distribution systems, PV plants, battery energy storage systems, and wind turbines for both wind and solar projects
• Interface with internal and external team members including electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, project managers, and take ownership of the project to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes and provide execution plans with strong follow-through

Skills

Time management

Organization

Communication

Collaboration

Self-motivated

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in drafting/electrical design

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil3D

AutoCAD Map3D

PVcase

PVCAD

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Remote - RRC Power and Energy - Round Rock, TX 78664

Position Type: Full Time

RRC is seeking a talented Substation Designer (Physical) P&C to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

RRC CORE VALUES

• Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
• Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
• Quality Work – able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Above and Beyond – versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages encompassing operating single line diagrams, layouts, sections, bus calculation/selections, ground grid, cable tray/trench/duct bank, lighting, lightning protection, prefabricated control building layouts, AC/DC station service supply, voltage drop, conduit/cable tray fill, bill of materials, etc.
• Complete substation protection and control design packages including single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, etc.
• Complete renewable energy collector system design packages such as medium voltage systems with switchgear, transformers, AC/DC inverters and power cables, AC/DC distribution systems, PV plants, battery energy storage systems, and wind turbines for both wind and solar projects
• Interface with internal and external team members including electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, project managers, and take ownership of the project to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes and provide execution plans with strong follow-through

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Minimum of diploma or bachelors degree in drafting / electrical design
• 5+ years related experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, and/or AutoCAD Map3D in power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), renewable energy, or power generation
• Strong CAD skills with experience utilizing layers, blocks, XREFs, coordinate systems, annotations, and dimensioning while abiding by company and industry drafting standards
• Must be authorized for full-time work in Canada
• Ability to work on multi-discipline projects
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Excellent computer skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced MS Office skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Self-motivated and work with minimal guidance
• 3D Modeling experience a plus
• Experience with PVcase, PVCAD a plus
• Knowledge of renewable energy industry relating to utility scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution system a plus
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems a plus
• Understanding of applicable industry codes and standards including the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, CSA a plus
• Manufacturer experience of power transformer, circuit breaker, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverter, etc. a plus

BENEFITS

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.

No recruiters or staffing firms please.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.