Substation Physical Designer III

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Substation Physical Designer III based in the United States.

We are seeking an experienced Substation Physical Designer III to contribute to the design of high-voltage substations supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects. In this role, you will transform technical requirements and client documentation into comprehensive physical design packages and detailed 3D models. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver accurate, high-quality designs that support reliable grid integration. Working in an employee-owned, collaborative engineering environment, you will benefit from significant technical autonomy and opportunities to mentor junior team members. Your expertise will directly contribute to advancing renewable energy infrastructure and accelerating the global energy transition.

Accountabilities:

• Develop detailed physical design packages for renewable energy substations and utility interconnections, including general arrangements, equipment layouts, bus arrangements, and plan, section, and elevation drawings.
• Produce accurate AutoCAD drawings and 3D substation models while ensuring compliance with established engineering standards and project requirements.
• Prepare preliminary steel and foundation quantities and coordinate structural steel and foundation drawing requirements with structural engineers.
• Develop grounding, lightning protection, conduit, and raceway layouts as required by project specifications.
• Interpret utility interconnection requirements and client documentation, translating technical information into practical design deliverables and documenting assumptions.
• Independently resolve complex physical design challenges using established procedures, develop work plans, and monitor progress against project deadlines.
• Review internal and subcontractor drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, quality, and timely delivery.
• Coordinate closely with protection and controls, civil, structural, and power systems teams to ensure integrated engineering solutions.
• Participate in client discussions across multiple projects, communicate design assumptions, and respond to technical feedback.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for preliminary physical design scopes and coordinate deliverables with project managers.
• Mentor junior designers and drafters, share technical expertise, and recommend improvements to design standards, templates, and workflows.
• Follow applicable industry, safety, trade, and jurisdictional standards, escalating matters requiring engineering judgment or formal approval to the responsible engineer.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in high-voltage substation physical design.
• A bachelor's degree in a related discipline is optional; equivalent practical experience and technical expertise are accepted.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, including demonstrated experience with 3D design.
• Proven experience developing substation general arrangement drawings, equipment layouts, plan, section, and elevation views, as well as preliminary steel and foundation quantities.
• Working knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment, physical design principles, and applicable engineering standards.
• Ability to independently manage design assignments, solve technical problems, and recognize when engineering guidance or approval is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact confidently with clients and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Experience with 3D substation design tools such as Inventor, Bentley, Revit, or similar platforms is an advantage.
• Familiarity with renewable energy interconnection substations and transmission line design tools such as PLS-CADD is preferred.
• Experience supporting project development and EPC delivery phases, coordinating multidisciplinary inputs, or managing subcontractor deliverables is beneficial.
• Knowledge of scripting and process automation tools, such as Python, is an additional advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from $113,500 to $140,700 per year.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing an opportunity to share in the organization's success.
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance, with 99% of premiums covered by the employer.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses.
• Monthly health and wellness stipend.
• Attractive vacation, sick leave, and paid holiday allowances.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, immediately vested.
• Paid volunteer time off and charitable donation matching.
• Collaborative, employee-owned work environment offering opportunities for professional development, technical growth, and meaningful contributions to renewable energy projects.

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