GAI Consultants Inc

Substation Physical Designer

GAI Consultants Inc • $75K — $95K *
Tempe, AZ 85281In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10+ years of experience in substation physical design or related field
  • Associate degree from an accredited technical school or equivalent experience
  • Comprehensive knowledge of AutoCAD and 3D computer modeling
  • Experience managing project deliverables and deadlines
  • Strong resource management and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Perform physical design with minimal input for high voltage substation projects
  • Create detailed design documentation ensuring adherence to design goals
  • Maintain high-quality drawings in accordance with GAI's quality management system
  • Suggest project improvements based on design assessments
  • Provide leadership and mentoring to lower-level CAD staff
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapting to scope changes and deadlines
  • Independently analyze and address complex issues as they arise

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage starting within 30 days of hire
  • Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave programs
  • Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays each year
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities for professional development
Full Job Description
Designer for Substation Physical Design that will perform physical design related tasks and technical guidance/training/mentoring of lower-level CAD staff. These projects range from simple AutoCAD Red-line corrections to integrated 3D model designs. The successful candidate will work on various substation engineering projects including detailed design for high voltage substation projects from 12kV through 500kV. This position can be performed in a hybrid or fully remote capacity. #Hybrid, #Remote, #INDHP,

Job Duties:
  • Performs physical design for projects with minimal input.
  • Creates detailed design documentation.
  • Ensures drawings meet project design goals.
  • Ensures drawings are high quality and are checked per GAI's quality management system.
  • Suggests improvement to the project, based on initial design.
  • Performs work under minimal supervision.
  • Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
  • Possesses comprehensive knowledge of AutoCAD and 3D Computer Modeling.
  • Provides leadership, coaching, onboarding, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when required.
  • May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.
  • Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
  • Must have resource management skills and the ability to identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.
  • Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and unexpected developments.
  • Ability to work extended hours or after hours when required.
  • 3D design experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work indoors in professional office settings.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks.
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
  • Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, detailed documents, and perform detailed work.
  • Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment. Ability to move between workstations and attend in-person meetings.
  • Ability to lift and carry office materials or equipment weighing up to 10-20 pounds, with or without assistance.
  • Adequate hearing to participate in conversations, phone calls, and virtual meetings.
  • Ability to travel for meetings, training, or business purposes.

General Characteristics
  • Strives to become proficient in aspects of the software. Seeks to advance his or her knowledge of project design development

Minimum Years of Experience
  • 5-10+ Years of Experience

Education
  • Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School or equivalent experience

Technical Responsibilities
  • Performs and guides others on deliverables with focus on adherence to CAD standards, software utilization and data management procedures; and ability to independently perform analyses

Project and Task Management
  • Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope

Management Responsibility
  • Provides minimal oversight and mentoring to lower-level CAD Operators
  • Close supervision for difficult projects

Communication Skills
  • Possess basic effective oral and written communication skills. Interacts with Project Team

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:
  • Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
  • New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
  • 401k company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement

#INDHP

About GAI Consultants Inc

GAI Consultants, Inc. is a multi-discipline engineering and environmental consulting firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with over 1,000 employees in offices throughout the eastern United States. GAI provides local expertise to worldwide clients in the energy, transportation, development, government, and industrial markets.
Learn more about GAI Consultants Inc
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$150 million
* Ladders Estimates

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