Senior Substation Designer
K&A Power · Oak Brook, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$90k–$120k/yrFull-time
Role Expectations
- Prepare physical layout drawings for substations and produce electrical plans and sections as well as grounding and conduit drawings.
- Prepare bills of materials and review drawings and specifications.
- Prepare the following substation drawings:
- Substation General Arrangement
- Substation AIS design
- Substation Electrical Equipment Plans
- Substation Section Views (Elevations)
- Substation Detailed Bill of Material
- Substation Grounding Plan
- Substation Conduit, Electrical Connection and Grounding Details
- Substation Below Grade Conduit/Raceway Plan
- Control Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, Grounding Plans and Section
- Prepare protection & control (P&C) design drawings for substations, including one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
- Develop bills of material and review engineering drawings, specifications, and vendor documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare the following P&C-related substation drawings and documents:
- Substation Protection & Control One-Line and Three-Line Diagrams
- P&C Schematics (AC/DC)
- Relay Panel Layouts and Wiring Diagrams
- Control Building Layouts for P&C Equipment
- Cable Schedules and Conduit/Cable Routing Plans
- P&C Bill of Materials
- Control Building Grounding, Lighting, and Auxiliary Systems Plans
- Below-Grade Conduit/Raceway Plans for Control and Power Cables
- Termination Diagrams and Connection Details for Yard Equipment
- Experience: 7+ years experience in utility substation design
- Education: A 2 year associates degree in engineering technology or drafting is preferred
- Skills: Proficient with AutoCAD and MicroStation. Strong knowledge with Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
- People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.
- Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
- Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.
- Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account, 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match), Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA), Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays and Flexible PTOT, Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance, EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
What We’re Looking For
Pay Range
$90,000-120,000/year