Substation Site Design Engineer

Dashiell Corporation; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dashiell Corporation in Madison, WI is seeking a Site Civil Engineer to contribute to civil and site design for substation projects. You’ll prepare design documents, perform calculations, and develop skills in substation site development under supervision.

Based in our Madison office, you may be placed at Design Engineer levels I–III depending on experience. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, a year of site design experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum 1 year of civil site design or related engineering experience.
• EIT certification preferred; beneficial for advancement.
• Working knowledge of civil site design including grading, drainage, and stormwater management.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar civil design software.
• Understanding of local codes including grading ordinances, NPDES/stormwater regulations, and land use requirements.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and prepare technical reports.
• Strong attention to detail in engineering drawings and specifications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare substation site layout plans, grading plans, erosion and sediment control plans, and drainage designs under supervision.
• Perform engineering calculations for stormwater management, earthwork, and site utilities.
• Develop construction drawings and specifications using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Coordinate with geotechnical engineers and surveyors to incorporate field data into site designs.
• Assist in preparation and review of permit applications including land disturbance and stormwater.
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions and support construction observation.
• Support project managers with design progress updates and deliverable tracking.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grading & drainage knowledge

Communication skills

Engineering calculations

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Dashiell Corporation in Madison, WI is seeking a Site Civil Engineer to contribute to civil and site design for substation projects. You’ll prepare design documents, perform calculations, and develop skills in substation site development under supervision.

Based in our Madison office, you may be placed at Design Engineer levels I–III depending on experience. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, a year of site design experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.