Substation Drafter

Gannett Fleming; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) savings plan

Paid-time-off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Gannett Fleming is seeking a Substation Drafter to join our power group in St. Louis, MO. This onsite role requires a collaborative spirit, focused on designing utility class electrical substations from 15kV up to 500kV.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree or be pursuing a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, along with 2+ years of relevant experience. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing energy infrastructure while enjoying comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in the substation or power industry.
• Demonstrated interest in substation or power engineering through coursework or internships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans and details with limited complexity.
• Prepare schematic and wiring layouts.
• Work with engineers to incorporate redline markups.
• Complete projects within a design group.

Skills

CADD Software

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Written and verbal communication

Education

Associate Degree or pursuing Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking an Substation Drafter to join our power group in the St. Louis, MO office. This is an onsite position, requiring 5 days per week in office.

Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting‑edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem‑solving to meet today's diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future.

What you'll be challenged to do

The successful candidate will have a desire to learn the design aspects of various substation projects from 15kV up to 500kV. You will work with our senior staff to learn and strengthen your understanding of designing utility class electrical substations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares plans and details with limited complexity in support of broader engineering activities
• Preparing schematic and wiring layouts
• Working with our engineers to incorporate redline markups
• Works within a design group to complete projects

Qualifications

• Associated Degree or pursuing a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of related experience in the substation or power industry.
• Demonstrated interest in substation or power engineering through applied academic coursework, internships, or past experiences.
• Working knowledge of CADD Software
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Good written and verbal communications skills

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $28.00 - $35.00 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Location

St. Louis, MO

Core Business Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Employment Status: Full‑Time

Equal Opportunity Employer

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.