Substation Designer

Leidos • Chicago, IL

97d • $46,800 - $84,600

About The Position

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Substation Physical Designer to work out of our Chicago office or remotely. In this role, you will use accepted practices and standards to create substation design drawing packages and required documents for electric power substations from 12kV to 500kV.

Requirements

• Level 3: HS Diploma with 2+ years of direct substation physical electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects.
• Level 4: HS Diploma with 3+ years of direct substation physical electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects.
• A combination of education and a demonstrated related experience may be considered in lieu of education and experience requirements.
• Solid understanding and application of design software such as: MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Proficient with Windows-based software such as Word and Excel which are frequently used to develop project deliverables.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Advanced ability to utilize 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
• Ability to work in a team environment with others including, but not limited to Project Managers, Engineers, Designers and drafters in multi-discipline groups.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to details and work product quality.

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree in Engineering Technology or Drafting Technology.
• Experience with SDS 3D inventor is a plus.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation, and other 3D applications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop new, or modify existing, electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures.
• Develop new, or modify existing, substation foundation layout/plan drawings.
• Develop new, or modify existing, section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings.
• Develop new, or modify existing, conduit layout/plan drawings.
• Develop new, or modify existing, substation grounding layout/plan drawings.
• Develop new, or modify existing, control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings.
• Develop complete bill of materials for all required electrical equipment and materials.
• Review and comment on equipment drawings received from vendors and manufacturers.
• Collaborate with other disciplines (eg. Civil Engineers) as necessary to complete assigned work.
• Assist the project team with development of processes and procedures to increase team efficiency.
• Perform basic engineering calculations to support engineering design.
• Apply relevant client, national and state standards to each assignment as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees