Sargent & Lundy

Senior Substation Physical Designer 1 -- Grid

Sargent & Lundy$77K — $118K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of substation physical design experience required.
  • Associate's Degree in Drafting or equivalent technical experience.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation software.
  • Ability to visualize design components in 3D without computer assistance.
  • Familiarity with electrical equipment and standards in substation design.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare substation design drawings including general arrangements and electrical equipment plans.
  • Develop detailed bills of material for substation projects.
  • Create grounding and lightning stroke shielding plans.
  • Incorporate vendor information into final design deliverables.
  • Perform site walkdowns at client facilities for assessment and compliance.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule allowing both in-office and remote work.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programs.
  • Potential eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus.
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 Substation Physical Designer, you will be working in a project team environment with engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design. Responsibilities will include the preparation of the following substation drawings:
  • Substation General Arrangement
  • Substation Electrical Equipment Plans
  • Substation Section Views (Elevations)
  • Substation Detailed Bill of Material
  • Substation Lightning Stroke Shielding Plan
  • 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

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables.
  • Performing walkdowns at client facilities.
  • Applying Client's standards related to the work.


Qualifications

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

Education/Experience Requirements:
  • A minimum of 10 years of substation physical design experience.
  • An Associate's Degree in Drafting, or a high school diploma and 2 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
  • Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer.

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.


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.

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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.
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