Lead High Voltage CAD Designer

The AES Corporation

. Develop substation packages in AutoCAD and/or Bluebeam for 35kV–500kV facilities, including single line diagrams, substation layouts, control building layouts, electrical elevation views, access plans, relay panel elevations, and related exhibits .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $124,950 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AutoCAD and Bluebeam for high voltage substation and transmission design, with a strong focus on developing compliant drawings and maintaining CAD standards. Capable of collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

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AutoCAD ProficiencyHigh Voltage Substation DesignBluebeam ExpertiseElectrical Systems KnowledgeProject Coordination

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Hard Skills

Drafting ExperienceDesign TechnologySingle Line DiagramsSite PlansElectrical Construction DetailsCAD Standards DevelopmentBills of Materials SupportSurvey Data IntegrationTechnical Exhibits CreationDocumentation Control

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCritical ThinkingDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeCAD ToolsTemplatesSymbol DatabasesShapefiles

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate Degree in CAD or Engineering

Industry Keywords

High Voltage SubstationsTransmission Line EngineeringPV and BESS Land DevelopmentElectrical ComponentsQuality Control Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop substation packages in AutoCAD and/or Bluebeam for 35kV–500kV facilities, including single line diagrams, substation layouts, control building layouts, electrical elevation views, access plans, relay panel elevations, and related exhibits
Provide drafting support for transmission line engineering, including technical exhibits for transmission structures, rights-of-way, and existing transmission line crossings
Develop preliminary AutoCAD site plans, project layouts, early-stage design packages, single line diagrams, civil and electrical construction details, and documentation for PV and BESS land development
Collaborate with project engineers, substation and transmission leads, development engineers, managers, real estate, survey, land, permitting, and project management teams
Integrate and analyze survey data, shapefiles, site constraints, and subject-matter-expert input
Develop and maintain CAD standards, templates, tools, blocks, and symbol databases
Develop equipment databases and support Bills of Materials
Coordinate evaluation of substation pads, PV/BESS layouts, access, wetlands, cultural or archeological areas, floodplains, topography, and other development constraints
Coordinate equipment access and delivery routes with engineers and manufacturers
Generate drawings compliant with company standards, quality-control procedures, accuracy requirements, and applicable codes
Review external consultant substation designs for clearances, structures, electrical components, and AES standards
Maintain documentation control processes and upload project documentation to AES data rooms
Meet deadlines, communicate proactively, and support design discussions among technical and non-technical stakeholders
Potential growth into a design-team leadership role

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree or higher, or a two-year AAS degree, with emphasis on Computer Aided Design, Drafting and Design Technology, engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 8 years of proven drafting/design experience, including high voltage substation and/or transmission CAD design experience
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office applications, and related drafting tools
General knowledge of electrical systems, drawings, diagrams, terminology, and code considerations for high voltage substations
Familiarity with HV equipment such as main power transformers, circuit breakers, relay panels, and related substation components
Ability to support PV and BESS land development design tasks, including site plans, layouts, single line diagrams, and coordination of civil and electrical design inputs
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead and support design discussions among internal stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented approach with strong problem-solving, critical thinking, verbal communication, and written communication skills
Experience creating and maintaining CAD tools, templates, blocks, symbol databases, or design standardization resources
Travel and fieldwork up to 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
401(k) eligibility
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave
Flexible work anywhere in the US