Power Substation Designer

CEC Corporation•Oklahoma City, OK

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves applying sound engineering principles to the design of economical, safe, reliable, and efficient electric utility power systems. The designer will prepare engineering studies, plans, specifications, evaluations, cost estimates, construction bills of material, construction drawings, permitting, and assessments for various engineering design projects. This requires close coordination with clients, their engineers, architects, and contractors. The position also includes performing CAD work for substation drawings, ensuring design products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements, and occasionally partnering directly with clients to define project scope and requirements. The role also supports team members, inspects distribution grid systems during outages, and emphasizes safe working practices around energized substations.

Requirements

Minimum of three years’ related utility design/drafting experience.
Overall understanding of the construction and operation of utility grid systems.
Ability to perform engineering calculations for the proper selection of support structures, fixtures, cable, wire, and equipment to meet code requirements, local regulations, and client standards related to electrical and physical clearances and loading.
Experience and familiarity with various types of utility substation projects and the application of appropriate standards to design, as well as with various applicable utility codes and regulations.
Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
English language skills: ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively communicate clear, concise verbal and written messages in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization in a professional manner.
Mathematical skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Reasoning skills: ability to clearly define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret and provide an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Organizational skills: ability to prioritize and organize tasks; ability to effectively plan and schedule time to meet deadlines and commitments; ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Remote connectivity device (e.g., smart phone, tablet, etc.) with data plan sufficient for company requirements, including multi-factor authentication, time and mileage tracking, expense reimbursement, e-mail, and virtual communications.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree (A.A.) in engineering studies or similar from two-year college or technical school preferred.
Preferably proficient in multiple software common to utility design, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, ACADE, Vault, Inventor , SpidaCalc, ArcGIS, PLS CADD, NISC, Partner, etc.

Responsibilities

Applies sound engineering principles in the design of economical, safe, reliable, and efficient electric utility power systems.
Prepares engineering studies, plans, specifications, evaluations, cost estimates, construction bills of material, construction drawings, permitting and assessments for a variety of engineering design projects, based on coordination with client, their engineers, architects, and contractors.
Provides CAD work for substation drawings that include site. plan views, elevations, foundation and grounding details, wiring diagram, and schematics.
Ensures design products are complete, accurate, include the appropriate level of detail, align with client standards, and meet all relevant regulations and code requirements. Participates in and ensures QC/QA procedures are followed.
Occasionally partners directly with clients to form an understanding of and to define project scope, constraints, and design requirements, and provides support through construction completion.
Works with other team members to inspect clients’ distribution grid system and provide damage reports during major outage restoration activities.
Knows and practices safe working distances in or around energized substations.
Provides support and assists others within the department as required.
Provides positive example to other team members of appearance, attitude, and behavior.
Attends online and onsite client meetings.
Participates in team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.