Substation Civil Site Designer

Leidos

. Develop new and modify existing substation civil site plan drawings .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,700 - $91,650 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil site design, including the development of substation civil site plans, grading, drainage, and stormwater management plans. Proficient in using MicroStation and AutoTURN for project deliverables while ensuring compliance with local and state permitting requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MicroStation ProficiencyCivil Site Design ExperienceErosion And Sediment Control PlansStormwater Management PrinciplesAutoTURN Vehicle Turning Analyses

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Hard Skills

Civil Site DesignGrading DesignEarthwork CalculationsUtility LayoutsPermit-Ready Drawing PackagesQuantity TakeoffsSWPPP PreparationHydrology Software

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Civil 3DOpenRoadsMicroStationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate’s Degree In Civil Engineering TechnologyTechnical Diploma In Drafting Technology

Industry Keywords

Substation ProjectsUtility ProjectsMunicipal ProjectsAgency CoordinationPermitting Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop new and modify existing substation civil site plan drawings
Prepare grading, drainage, and stormwater management plans
Develop erosion and sediment control plans in accordance with local and state requirements
Prepare roadway, access drive, and site layout plans
Perform earthwork grading and cut/fill balancing using Civil 3D or OpenRoads/MicroStation workflows
Perform AutoTURN analyses for construction and maintenance vehicle access
Prepare utility layouts including storm sewer, sanitary, and water service plans where required
Develop permit-ready civil drawing packages for utility and agency review
Assist with preparation of permitting exhibits and support environmental and jurisdictional permitting efforts
Coordinate with surveyors, geotechnical engineers, structural engineers, and substation electrical teams
Review civil-related vendor drawings and incorporate comments as required
Assist with quantity takeoffs and preparation of project deliverables
Apply applicable client standards, local agency requirements, and industry best practices to all assignments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 3: Associate’s degree or technical diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, or related field
Level 3: Minimum 2 years of civil site design experience using MicroStation
Level 4: Associate’s degree or technical diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, or related field
Level 4: Minimum 3 years of civil site design experience using MicroStation
Strong proficiency with MicroStation (required)
Experience developing civil site plans for utility, industrial, commercial, or municipal projects
Working knowledge of grading design and earthwork calculations
Experience preparing erosion and sediment control plans
Familiarity with stormwater management principles and permitting requirements
Experience performing AutoTURN vehicle turning analyses
Understanding of site development permitting processes and agency coordination
Ability to interpret survey and geotechnical information
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality deliverables
Experience supporting electric utility substation projects preferred
Familiarity with utility client standards preferred
Experience with HEC-RAS, Hydraflow, HydroCAD, or similar hydrology software preferred
Knowledge of SWPPP preparation and stormwater permitting requirements preferred
Experience coordinating local, county, and state permitting agencies preferred