Sargent & Lundy

Senior SDS Substation Designer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • $77K — $118K *
Santa Ana, CA 92704In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Reposted 4 days ago
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience
  • At least 10 years of experience in 3D substation modeling
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor, P4A, Vault Pro, and SDS software
  • Strong ability to visualize in 3D and apply client and IEEE standards
  • Familiarity with CAD standards

Responsibilities

  • Produce detailed 3D models and design packages for high voltage substations
  • Create various technical drawings including General Arrangement and Electrical Equipment Plans
  • Incorporate vendor information into design deliverables
  • Conduct on-site walkdowns at client substation facilities
  • Generate Bill of Material, Cable Schedules, and Shielding Plans

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility between in-office and remote work
  • Comprehensive benefits package including yearly discretionary bonus
  • Recognition and awards for performance and contributions
  • Commitment to employee well-being and professional development
Full Job Description
Description

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.
  • As a Senior 3D Substation Physical Designer, you will be working in a project team environment with engineers preparing a high and or extra high voltage substation design package with minimum guidance. Produce a 3D Model that would generate the following drawings: General Arrangement, Electrical Equipment Plans, Sections, Electrical Connection Details, Foundation Plans, Grounding Plans, Grounding Details, Conduit and Trench Plans, Conduit Details, Control Building Layout, Control Building Details, Bill of Material, Cable Schedules, and a Shielding Plan. Using Inventor, AutoCAD, P4A and SDS software.
  • Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.
  • Conduct walkdowns at client substation facilities.


Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Education/Experience Requirements:
  • An Associate's Degree in Drafting, and/or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma and 5 or more years of 3D drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
  • A minimum of 10 years preparing 3D substation models and physical design experience.
  • Proficient with working in 3D using AutoCAD, Inventor, P4A, Vault Pro and SDS.
  • Ability to visualize in 3D, layout substation equipment based on a clients and or IEEE standards.
  • Able to follow a CAD standard.

Valued Knowledge/Skills:
  • An Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Design.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
  • Able to use BlueBeam to create a BOM count, review and self-check drawings.
  • Knowledge using AutoCAD Electrical.


Compensation Range

$77,890 - $118,999

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
Learn more about Sargent & Lundy
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Founded
1891
* Ladders Estimates

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