Substation Designer

Kimley-Horn•Greenwood Village, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a skilled Electrical Designer with over 6 years of experience in substation design and CAD production to join their Power Delivery team in Denver, Colorado. This role is designed for a technically proficient designer who thrives on producing high-quality construction documents and enjoys collaborating with engineers and drafters on significant power delivery projects.

Requirements

6+ years experience developing substation or electrical CAD designs
Must be proficient in using AutoCAD and Bluebeam
General knowledge of all aspects of electrical systems for substations
Familiarity with HV substation equipment such as main power transformers, circuit breakers, etc.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks
Experience in creating CAD tools and symbol databases.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree (or higher) with emphasis on Drafting and Design Technology from an accredited technical institution or college in engineering
Desired knowledge of these softwares: AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, Revit, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE

Responsibilities

Produce substation design drawings, including general arrangements, plan and elevation views, grounding, conduit, and cable schedules.
Draft wiring diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts for protection and control systems.
Apply company and client CAD standards to maintain consistency and quality.
Coordinate closely with electrical engineers, project managers, and other design staff.
Assist with redlines, as-builts, and construction revisions.
Work in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and/or MicroStation to prepare accurate and organized design packages.
Support multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.