Senior Substation Physical Designer
Michael Page · New Orleans, LA · Today
Engineering$140k–$150k/yrFull-time
About the role
Develop physical design packages for AIS and GIS substations ranging from 12kV-500kV+
Responsibilities
- Produce detailed engineering drawings including: General arrangement plans, Plan and elevation views, Equipment layouts, Control building layouts, Conduit and trench plans, Grounding layouts, Lightning protection plans, Bus and rigid bus layouts, Structural steel and foundation drawings
- Prepare material take-offs (MTOs) and Bills of Material (BOMs)
- Coverge physical design with Protection & Controls, Civil/Structural, Transmission Line, and Project Management teams
- Perform site walkdowns and incorporate field conditions into design packages
- Conduct QA/QC reviews to ensure compliance with client standards, NEC, NESC, IEEE, and utility specifications
- Support construction by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and incorporating as-built revisions
- Lead design reviews with internal teams and clients
- Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance on drafting standards and best practices
Requirements
- 8+ years of substation physical design experience
- Experience designing utility substations from 69kV-500kV (higher voltage preferred)
- Strong knowledge of: Physical layout design, Grounding systems, Conduit and cable routing, Bus design, Equipment clearances, Structural coordination
- Experience supporting EPC, utility, or consulting engineering projects
- Ability to read one-line diagrams, schematics, and equipment specifications
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams
Qualifications
Competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $150,000 per year.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits (MDV).
Flexible hybrid or remote work options (role/location dependent).
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement.
Career advancement opportunities within a growing Power Delivery team.
A collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.
Opportunity to work on industry-leading transmission and substation projects that shape the future of the electric grid.