Designer - Substation

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC•Madison, WI

About The Position

The Designer – Substation supports substation design projects across the QISG platform by performing routine 2D and/or 3D physical and Protection & Control (P&C) design tasks. The role applies basic design techniques and industry procedures, with an emphasis on accuracy, compliance with standards, and CAD proficiency. The Designer works under the direction of a Lead Designer and collaborates with engineers and drafting teams to develop and maintain quality drawing packages for internal and client-facing deliverables. The position covers design work from project inception through completion on various substation projects. Candidates should be familiar with substation materials, construction methods, and utility design standards. The role may require minimal travel for project-related site visits, as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high-voltage substation projects.
Experience in drafting disciplines, with a background in substation design highly preferred.
Extensive knowledge of various CAD programs.
Basic knowledge of major substation components.
Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation.
Basic oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with coworkers.
Ability to deal with ambiguity, work independently, manage multiple tasks, and determine priorities in a complex environment.
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification.
Four-year Engineering Technology degree.
Experience with 3D and/or smart design software such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, or Substation Design Suite (SDS).
Familiarity with substation materials, construction methods, and utility design standards.

Responsibilities

Perform routine 2D and/or 3D physical and Protection & Control (P&C) design tasks for substation projects.
Work on design aspects of various substation projects from inception to completion.
Use 3D and/or smart design software for substation design.
Apply quality control procedures and take responsibility for the quality and accuracy of work.
Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, and other reference materials.
Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements.
Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.
Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to stakeholders' attention.
Travel out of town for short periods as required by projects and assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned.