Lead Designer - Substation

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

The Lead Designer - Substation will oversee a team of designers and drafters that will perform routine substation design assignments, which require knowledge and skill in basic design techniques and procedures. Thorough knowledge of design standards, material, and CAD software will be required. Experience with 3D design software packages is preferred. This position will report to a Design Supervisor and support substation projects across the QISG platform.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification is required.
• Extensive experience in drafting disciplines with a background in substation design is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects.
• Experience with 3D design software (AutoCAD Inventor, SDS, etc.) is preferred.
• Word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail software proficiency.
• Extensive knowledge of various CAD programs.
• Good knowledge of the major components of a substation.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Nice To Haves

• A 4-year Eng Tech degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee designers and drafters from project inception to completion on various substation projects.
• Implement 2D and 3D design software for substation design.
• Train, coach, and mentor direct reports to build effective teams.
• Assist directors in selection of new staff and promotion of current staff.
• Assign tasks to project design team based on project needs.
• Supervise the production of new designs from examples of previous projects and/or standards.
• Oversee quality control via procedures and drawing checks to ensure the highest standards of workmanship.
• Ensure projects are on budget and schedule while ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material.
• Perform material takeoffs and develop bills of material.
• Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements.
• Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work and that of the design team.
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the stakeholders.
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, overtime is available and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees