Electrical Substation Designer II

About the role

The Electrical Substation Designer II position offers a unique opportunity to work with a leading electrical contractor on high-profile projects. This role requires a strong understanding of electrical symbols, layouts, and schematic logic, as well as proficiency in 2D and 3D modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with clients, architects, and other discipline engineers to complete drawing packages.
• Create single line, relay protection diagrams, 3-wiring design/drawings, cable schedules, distribution gear up, low voltage panel board schedules with moderate supervision.
• Apply Rosendin standards for wire sizing, bus feeds, and protection for published schedules.
• Perform coordination with other trades, such as architectural, structural, and mechanical to complete the substation drawings.
• Work with engineers to create details as required to define installation for construction.
• Have familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE standards and know how to use them as a reference.
• Attend project design team meetings. Interface with various team members, particularly the client, and other disciplines.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of intelligent CAD libraries (AutoCAD Electrical/SDS) to ensure scalability across multiple high-voltage projects.
• Back-check of own work as well as the work of other designers and supervision for accuracy and completeness before passing on to others.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance design efficiency and workflow automation.

Requirements

• The ability to understand how a single change in a schematic ripples through the entire package.
• Ownership over the accuracy of deliverables.
• The ability to translate complex engineering requirements into clear drawing documentation and instructions.
• An innate drive for consistency in CAD standards to ensure a professional, high-quality output.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Designer with knowledge of electrical symbols, layouts, and schematic logic of substations.
• A postsecondary non-degree award or certification in Engineering or related discipline.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in 2D & 3D modeling including AutoCAD Electrical, REVIT, and Inventor.
• Knowledge of Substation Design Suite (SDS) for both Protection & Control (AutoCAD Electrical) and Physical Design (Inventor/Revit).
• Fundamental knowledge of IEEE, NESC, NEC Codes.
• Familiarity with PDM software, Vault, ProjectWise, Adept.
• Proven experience working within a structured Engineering Document Management System (EDMS) and a preference for standardized design environments.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, projects, and changing priorities as necessary.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position.
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.

Skills

• Understanding of automated, intelligent design workflows and will contribute to the development of standardized systems.
• Ability to leverage AI tools to enhance design efficiency and workflow automation.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Pay

Competitive compensation package with potential for annual bonuses based on performance, profitability, and achievement.

Schedule

Up to 10% travel, with occasional local field visits.

Working Conditions

• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending.
• Varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
• Full compliance with the ADA and applicable state law, including reasonable accommodation measures.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.