Substation Physical Designer 1 - Grid

Sargent Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Substation Physical Designer to join their dynamic project team. This role offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule, allowing you to work both in the office and from home. You will be responsible for creating detailed substation drawings, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring that designs meet client standards. The company values work-life balance and offers award-winning benefits, including comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off. If you are passionate about contributing to high and extra high voltage substation design, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Disability Coverage

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in substation physical design required.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and MicroStation for technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various substation drawings including general arrangements and equipment plans.
• Interpret vendor information and apply client standards in designs.

Skills

Substation Physical Design

AutoCAD

MicroStation

3D Visualization

Technical Drawing

Education

Associate’s Degree in Drafting

High School Diploma with Drafting Coursework

Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Design

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid schedule working some days in the office and some days from home.

As a Substation Physical Designer, you will be working in a project team environment with engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design. Responsibilities will include the preparation of the following substation drawings:

• Substation General Arrangement
• Substation Electrical Equipment Plans
• Substation Section Views (Elevations)
• Substation Detailed Bill of Material
• Substation Lightning Stroke Shielding Plan
• Substation Grounding Plan
• Substation Conduit, Electrical Connection and Grounding Details
• Substation Below Grade Conduit/Raceway Plan
• Control Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, Grounding Plans and Section

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables.
• Performing walkdowns at client facilities.
• Applying Client's standards related to the work.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of substation physical design experience.
• An Associate’s Degree in Drafting, or a high school diploma and 2 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer.

Valued Knowledge/Skills:

• An Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Design.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$50,320.00 - $72,490.00

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.