Physical Designer – Substation

. Design and execute high-voltage substation projects in the 34.5kV–500kV range .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and execute high-voltage substation projects in the 34.5kV–500kV range
Generate designs and detailed engineering deliverables under the supervision of a lead engineer
Detail general arrangements, elevations, grounding, and conduit drawings
Complete basic engineering calculations related to engineering deliverables
Perform complex design assignments using standard design principles and practices
Use standard CAD tools to create drawings and related deliverables
Perform detailed calculations for manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications
Inspect completed installations and observe operations for design, equipment, operational, and safety compliance
Oversee project production efforts to ensure completion on time and within budget
Prepare and study technical drawings and electrical system specifications
Travel to job sites for assessment and data gathering as needed
Return sufficient field notes to the office to complete project design
Work with senior team members focused on training and leading engineers and designers

What you’ll need

3+ years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D designing experience
Expertise in computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation
Associate Degree strongly perferred
Thorough knowledge of NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, and Design Guide for Rural Substations
Ability to review and coordinate vendor submittals for design compliance
Knowledge of substation phase spacing and electrical clearance requirements
Ability to develop and review complete construction documents with little or no supervision
Ability to create control enclosure layouts, cable tray layouts and details, and conduit drawings
Knowledge of MV, HV, and EHV substation voltages
Ability to develop and design substation duct banks
Ability to interpret engineering calculations and studies and apply them to design requirements
Ability to apply project schedules and complete tasks within budget
Thorough knowledge of substation structures and equipment, including connectors, insulators, switches, and conductors
Knowledge of substation construction and/or commissioning techniques and industry standards
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Proficiency in sketching single line diagrams, layouts, general arrangements, conduit plans, trench plans, grounding plans, and other design documents with little or no oversight
Experience in the energy industry or a consulting services environment preferred
Skilled in 3D Modeling preferred

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