Substation Physical Designer III

Revamp Engineering, Inc.

. Develop physical design packages for renewable energy substations and utility interconnections .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United States, CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 $113,500 - $140,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing physical design packages for renewable energy substations, including proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D design tools. Capable of coordinating multidisciplinary inputs and mentoring junior designers while maintaining strong communication with clients.

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5+ Years Substation Physical Design ExperienceAdvanced Proficiency in AutoCAD3D Substation Design Tools ExperienceWorking Knowledge of High-Voltage Substation EquipmentStrong Written and Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Physical Design Packages DevelopmentGeneral Arrangement DrawingsEquipment LayoutsSteel and Foundation QuantitiesGrounding and Lightning Protection LayoutsScripting or Process AutomationTransmission Line Design ExposureDesign Standards and Codes ApplicationDocument Assumptions for EngineersComplex Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Organized and Detail-OrientedAbility to Work IndependentlyClient-Facing CommunicationMentoring Less Experienced Designers

Tools & Technologies

AutoCAD3D Design ToolsInventorBentleyRevitPLS-CADD

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyUtility InterconnectionsEPC Delivery PhasesSubstation Design StandardsMultidisciplinary Coordination

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop physical design packages for renewable energy substations and utility interconnections
Prepare general arrangements, plan, section, and elevation views, equipment layouts, and bus arrangements
Prepare preliminary steel and foundation quantities and support structural steel and foundation drawings
Develop grounding, lightning protection, and conduit and raceway layouts
Produce AutoCAD drawings and 3D substation models
Translate interconnection requirements and client documents into physical deliverables
Adapt designs as information evolves and document assumptions for engineers
Independently solve complex physical design problems using standard procedures
Develop work plans and track progress against deadlines
Apply design standards, templates, checklists, safety standards, and codes
Review team and subconsultant drawings for completeness, quality, and schedule
Recommend improvements to templates, workflows, and design efficiency
Coordinate with protection and controls, civil, structural, and power systems teams
Support client interaction, present design assumptions, and respond to technical feedback
Serve as a technical point of contact for early-stage physical scope
Mentor less experienced designers and drafters

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field is optional; applicable work experience is accepted
5+ years of relevant substation physical design experience
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, including 3D design experience
Demonstrated experience developing general arrangement drawings, equipment layouts and plan, section, and elevation views, and steel and foundation quantities
Working knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment and physical design standards
Ability to work independently and to seek guidance from engineers when appropriate
Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for client-facing discussions
Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage fast-turn assignments
Experience with 3D substation design tools such as Inventor, Bentley, Revit, or similar
Experience with renewable energy interconnection substations
Transmission line design exposure, for example PLS-CADD
Experience supporting development and EPC delivery phases
Scripting or process automation experience, such as Python
Experience coordinating inputs from multiple disciplines or subconsultants

Benefits

Comp & perks

Participation in Revamp’s Employee Ownership ESOP program
Competitive compensation with bonus
99% employer-paid health, vision, life, and dental insurance
Medical, dependent care, and commuter FSA
Monthly health and wellness stipend
Attractive vacation, sick, and holiday pay
Paid parental leave
401(k) savings plan with 100% match up to 6%, vested immediately
Paid volunteer time off and charitable donation matching