Substation Wiring Designer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Knoxville, TN

3d•$58,925 - $84,728•Hybrid

About The Position

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement from Sargent & Lundy's future Knoxville office, with an expectation of working in the office three days a week and remotely two days a week. The position works in a project team with engineers and other designers on high-voltage substation design. The designer prepares design deliverables based on input from substation design and protection and control engineers, provides technical guidance and mentoring to new designers, incorporates vendor information into design deliverables, and conducts walkdowns at client substation facilities. Employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support work depending on the role. Candidates' interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies is valued. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to use professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless otherwise specified. Sargent & Lundy offers comprehensive healthcare plans, paid time off, and other benefits. Eligible positions may include a base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package; individuals may also be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus. The compensation range is $58,925–$84,728.

Requirements

Three or more years of experience in detailed wiring design.
An Associate's Degree in drafting or equivalent technical experience.
Advanced knowledge of computer drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.
Ability to multi-task from project to project.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
Work authorization sponsorship in the U.S. is not provided for this position.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with wiring diagrams for high-voltage substations.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant.

Responsibilities

Prepare Single Line Relaying & Metering Diagrams based on input from substation design and protection and control engineers.
Prepare AC & DC Schematic Diagrams.
Prepare Equipment Interconnection Wiring Diagrams.
Prepare Cable Schedules.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to new designers.
Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.
Conduct walkdowns at client substation facilities.