Substation Designer

Valdes Architecture & Engineering

$70K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • 2+ years of technical training in electrical design or drafting
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Basic proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation
  • Solid skills in Microsoft Office
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Creative problem-solving capabilities
  • Eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Electrical design tasks with mentor assistance as needed
  • Prepare design computations, estimates, and construction drawings
  • Engage in client meetings to address requirements and resolve issues
  • Support senior engineers in design development
  • Review design drawings for accuracy and client approval
  • Ensure projects adhere to scope, budget, and schedule

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and mentorship
  • Collaborative work environment with experienced engineers
  • Engagement with clients for direct feedback and learning
  • Skill development in design and engineering techniques
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

  • Electrical Design with the capabilities and the initiative to perform the following tasks with supervisory/mentor assistance as required
  • Design computations; prepare estimates, bill of materials, construction drawings, and other engineering documents
  • Participate in client meetings to determine job requirements, discuss progress of job related problems, and find solutions to those problems
  • Assist the discipline engineer or senior or principal designer in the development of the design portion of the work
  • Review design drawings to ensure correct engineering and client approval
  • Must have the ability to ensure project is within scope, budget, and schedule


Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, Associates Degree, Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 2+ years of technical training in design or drafting in electrical engineering
  • Strong attention to detail is required
  • Basic experience with AutoCAD or Microstation
  • Solid Microsoft Office skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic ability to articulate complex ideas to co-workers and management
  • Creative thinking in providing new solutions to design problems
  • Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future


$70,000 - $110,000 a year

Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

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