Senior Substation Designer

Senior Substation Designer Design the Infrastructure That Powers Communities Location: Flexible/Hybrid (Based on Project Needs) Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior Industry: Power Delivery & Electrical Infrastructure Take Your Substation Design Career to the Next Level Are you an experienced Substation Designer looking for more challenging projects, greater ownership, and the opportunity to work on infrastructure that truly matters? Join a team that is helping modernize and expand the electrical grid while delivering innovative solutions for utility and power delivery clients. We're seeking a talented Substation Designer who is passionate about creating high-quality designs, solving complex engineering challenges, and collaborating with industry experts on impactful projects. If you're ready to move beyond simply producing drawings and want to become a trusted technical contributor on major power delivery projects, we want to hear from you. Why You'll Love This Opportunity Work on Large, Complex Utility Infrastructure ProjectsHigh Visibility and Ownership of Design DeliverablesCollaborative Team of Industry ExpertsProfessional Growth and Advancement OpportunitiesExposure to Cutting-Edge Power Delivery ProjectsStable Industry with Long-Term Career PotentialSupportive Culture Focused on Quality and Innovation What You'll Do As a Substation Designer, you'll play a critical role in developing physical substation designs that support the reliable delivery of power to millions of customers. Your Responsibilities Will Include Design Leadership Lead physical substation design efforts from project kickoff through final deliveryDevelop design solutions that meet client requirements, project objectives, and industry standardsSupport complex power delivery and utility infrastructure projects Technical Design & Documentation Create detailed physical substation layouts and construction drawingsPrepare and review design packages, specifications, and technical documentationEnsure designs comply with applicable industry codes, standards, and client requirementsUtilize AutoCAD and engineering software to produce accurate and high-quality deliverables Project Execution Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and schedule commitmentsMonitor project progress and proactively resolve technical design challengesParticipate in quality reviews and scope evaluations throughout the project lifecycle Client & Team Collaboration Work directly with clients, engineers, project managers, and cross-functional teamsGather project requirements and present design recommendationsIncorporate client feedback into final design solutionsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best practices What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of physical substation design experienceExperience designing power delivery and electrical utility infrastructure projectsStrong proficiency with AutoCADKnowledge of industry standards, utility design practices, and applicable codesStrong organizational and project management skillsAbility to independently manage priorities and meet project deadlinesExcellent communication and collaboration skills Preferred Qualifications Associate degree in Engineering, Design, Drafting, or a related technical fieldAdditional coursework in Electrical Engineering or related disciplinesExperience with project documentation, quality checklists, and design review processesExperience leading or coordinating complex technical projectsFamiliarity with utility client standards and substation construction practices The Impact You'll Make Every design you create will help support the infrastructure that powers homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, and communities. Your expertise will directly contribute to the modernization, reliability, and expansion of the electric grid. This is more than a drafting position. It's an opportunity to influence critical energy projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and build a career in one of the fastest-growing sectors of infrastructure development. Who Thrives Here? We're Looking For Professionals Who Enjoy solving complex technical challengesTake pride in producing high-quality design workWant greater ownership of projects and deliverablesValue collaboration and continuous learningAre motivated by building infrastructure that makes a lasting impact Build the Future of Power Delivery If you're an experienced Substation Designer looking for meaningful work, technical challenges, career growth, and the opportunity to shape the future of energy infrastructure, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today and help design the systems that keep our communities powered. ⚡🏗️ Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $55.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.