Substation Designer - Physical

Davita Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Substation Designer - Physical to prepare civil and electrical drawings for high voltage utility substations projects. This role requires at least 2 years of CAD experience and offers a competitive salary range, making it an ideal opportunity for detail-oriented professionals looking to impact the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of CAD experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD preferred.
• Knowledge of transmission and distribution projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create CAD designs for physical substation engineering products.
• Collaborate with engineers to identify and rectify discrepancies in drawings.
• Conduct thorough self-checks to ensure accuracy of final products.

Skills

CAD design

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Design & Drafting Technology

Job description

Substation Designer - Physical

Job Locations

US-NC-Raleigh

ID

2025-6940

Category

Substation

2nd Category

Electrical Engineering

Position Type

Regular

Division

Renewables

Overview

Substation Designer - Physical

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is on the lookout for a talented and collaborative Substation Designer - Physical (CAD Technician) to join our team. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating exceptional drawings, this is the perfect opportunity for you. As a Substation Designer, you will be responsible for preparing civil and physical electrical drawings for high voltage utility substations projects and renewable energy interconnections. Working closely with our team of engineers and consultants, you will bring these projects to life on paper. At Westwood, we take pride in our highly experienced and dynamic team, who are dedicated to providing top-notch professional services to our valued clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

Create CAD designs for Physical Substation engineering products and deliverables.

• Typical drafting is that of plan and profile drawings for
  • General Arrangements
  • Plan Views and Elevation Views
  • Grounding Plans and Details
  • Foundation Plans and Details
  • Cable Trough/Conduit Plans and Details
  • Foundation Layout Plans
  • Importation of tables and calculations such as BOMs and creating notes to be applied to each drawing.
  • Steel Structure Fabrication Drawings (preferred)
  • Concrete Foundation Detail Drawings (preferred)
  • Oil Containment Detail Drawings (preferred)
  • Metal Grate Platforms Detail Drawings (preferred)
  • Fire Wall Detail Drawings (preferred)
• Collaborate seamlessly with a team of talented engineers and drafters to identify and rectify any discrepancies in drawings and designs, ensuring flawless execution.
• Master the art of drafting, specializing in the creation of captivating plan and profile drawings that showcase the intricate details of projects, including general arrangements, plan views, elevation views, grounding plans, foundation plans, and more.
• Utilize technical expertise to import tables and calculations, such as bills of materials, and infuse each drawing with carefully crafted notes that enhance clarity and comprehension.
• Produce steel structure fabrication drawings, concrete foundation detail drawings, oil containment detail drawings, metal grate platforms detail drawings, fire wall detail drawings, and more (preferred).
• Embrace a meticulous approach to work, conducting thorough self-checks to ensure the utmost accuracy before presenting the final product to the supervisor or designated reviewer.
• Actively assist in the delivery of a complete project. This may include phone or e-mail correspondence, attending meetings, and other project documents required for project completion.
• Work across departments and with other teams to complete projects

Required Skills

• Associate degree in Design & Drafting Technology or related field of study.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 yrs. of CAD experience, AutoCAD experience

Preferred Experience

• Minimum of 3 yrs. of CAD experience, AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Knowledge of transmission and distribution projects in addition to substation projects preferred.

Compensation Range Minimum

USD $65,000.00/Yr.

Compensation Range Maximum

USD $110,000.00/Yr.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2023, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #12 and #30, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood two national 2nd place awards for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #79 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2023. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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