Substation Physical Designer

Leidos; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Engineering is seeking a Substation Designer to create substation design drawing packages and related documents for 12kV–500kV projects. You will develop electrical layouts, grounding and conduit drawings, and wiring schematics while coordinating with civil engineers and vendors.

the role emphasizes quality, safety, and adherence to standards. The position supports an established PMO serving public and investor-owned utilities; multiple opportunities with compensation matched to

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field preferred; additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 1+ years of direct substation physical and electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility projects.
• Solid understanding and application of 2D and 3D design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Inventor 3D w/ SDS.
• Strong attention to detail and work product quality; ability to learn new design software.
• Ability to work in a team with PMs, Engineers, Designers, and drafters in multi-discipline groups.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures.
• Prepare electrical schematics and wiring design drawings.
• Develop BOM for all required electrical equipment and materials.
• Review equipment drawings from vendors and manufacturers; coordinate with other disciplines as needed.
• Apply client, national, and state standards to each assignment.

Skills

Substation design

CAD software

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Electrical schematics

Bill of Materials

Teamwork

Engineering calculations

Vendor review

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Inventor 3D

3D design software

Job description

Are you a skilled Substation Physical Designer looking for an exciting new opportunity? Leidos Engineering is seeking a talented professional to take on the challenge of creating substation design drawing packages and necessary documents for electric power substations ranging from 12kV to 500kV. You'll be responsible for utilizing accepted practices and standards to ensure that all designs meet the highest level of quality and safety.

This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate's experience.

As a Substation Designer, you will be part of an established Project Management Office (PMO) that provides consulting services to both public-owned and investor-owned electric utilities. These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and transmission line projects nationwide.

Your Main Objective:

• Develop new, or modify existing:
  • Electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures
  • Substation foundation layout/plan drawings
  • Section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings
  • Conduit layout/plan drawings
  • Substation grounding layout/plan drawings
  • Control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings
• Prepare electrical schematics
• Complete electrical wiring design drawings
• Develop a complete bill of materials for all required electrical equipment and materials.
• Review and comment on equipment drawings received from vendors and manufacturers.
• Work with other disciplines (e.g., Civil Engineers) as necessary to complete assigned work.
• Assist the project team with developing processes and procedures to increase team efficiency.
• Perform basic engineering calculations to support engineering design
• Apply relevant client, national, and state standards to each assignment as needed.

What Sets You Apart:

• Ability to develop substation physical drawings including schematics and wiring deliverables.
• Associate's degree in a related field preferred. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 1+ years of direct substation physical and electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects.
• Solid comprehension and application of 2D and 3D design software such as MicroStation and AutoCAD, and Autodesk Inventor 3D w/ SDS.
• Proficient with Windows-based software such as Word and Excel, which are frequently used to develop project deliverables.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Advanced ability to utilize 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
• Ability to work in a team environment with others including, but not limited to, Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and drafters in multi-discipline groups.
• Experience working on EPC or other design-build Contract types
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and work product quality.

You Might Also Have:

• AutoCAD and other 3D applications.

At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Our Power Delivery Services Team is the go-to for utilities and mobile operators who need reliable power and telecommunication expertise. We've worked with over 50 investor-owned utilities, over 160 municipals/cooperatives, and we're continuing to expand our reach. Plus, we've got an amazing group of industry-leading construction partners who help us deliver meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader has been confirmed time and time again. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. Your greatest work is ahead!

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If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay Range: $40,300.00 - $72,850.00