Title: Substation Physical Designer

Location: Hybrid role, Illinois

Duration: 12-month contract.

Pay Range: DOE

Per Diem: N/A, local candidates

Target start date / availability: ASAP interview and start

OVERVIEW:

Opportunity can be based out of many different office locations. Candidate is expected to work from the office 2-3 days a week and may work remotely for the rest.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

OTHER DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Interpreting and integrating vendor information into design deliverables.

• Conducting site inspections at client facilities.
• Applying client's standards relevant to the work.

REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 5 years of experience in design of substations.

• An associate degree in Drafting, or a high school diploma and 2 or more years of drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Ability to visualize components in 3D without relying on computer assistance.

PREFERRED 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.
• • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
• 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.