Substation Physical Designer 1 - Grid

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Substation Physical Designer, where you'll collaborate with engineers and designers on high voltage substation projects. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for flexibility between office and home. You'll be responsible for creating essential substation drawings and ensuring compliance with client standards. With a commitment to employee well-being, this innovative firm provides award-winning benefits, including comprehensive healthcare and generous paid time off. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make an impact, 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

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of substation physical design experience required.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare substation drawings including general arrangement and equipment plans.
• Interpret vendor information and apply client standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

3D Visualization

Substation Design

Education

Associate’s Degree in Drafting

High School Diploma with Drafting Coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

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

Responsibilities

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 Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Professional Services

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