7+ years of experience in utility substation design
Preferred 2-year associate degree in engineering technology or drafting
Proficient in AutoCAD and MicroStation
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Responsibilities
Prepare physical layout drawings for substations and electrical plans
Develop bills of materials and review engineering drawings for accuracy
Create substation general arrangement and electrical equipment plans
Design protection & control (P&C) drawings including one-lines and schematics
Prepare relay panel layouts and wiring diagrams
Develop cable schedules and conduit routing plans
Create detailed grounding and connection diagrams for yard equipment
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
401K with Company Match
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible PTO and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement and Transit Reimbursement
Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Substation Designer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Oakbrook, IL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You'll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.
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.
Responsibilities will include the preparation of 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.
Responsibilities will include preparing 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
What we're looking for:
Experience 7+ years experience in utility substation design
A 2 year associates degree in engineering technology or drafting is preferred
Proficient with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
Strong knowledge with Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
Pay Range $90,000-120,000/year
Competitive Compensation & Benefits:We offeracomprehensive 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 PTO
Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
