Substation Designer

Job Title: Substation Engineering Technician/Designer

Job Description

The Substation Engineering Technician 4 functions as more of a lead engineering technician. Under general direction, this role involves modifying or creating deliverables and performing assignments of a design nature by applying basic engineering principles and established design practices to develop complex design concepts. The position provides technical guidance and may direct other engineering professionals.

Responsibilities

• Proactively provide guidance and direction by utilizing knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes, and policies. Review project requirements to determine the correct format and contents of deliverables.

• Promote quality within the project or group by reviewing design inputs for consistency and ensuring deliverables comply with specific codes and standards. Responsible for drawing control and historical records.

• Apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Perform design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records. Use advanced applications such as modeling and design software.

• Coordinate with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development. Support field activities and communicate project design requirements, progress, and schedules.

• Assist with identifying key client interests and drivers, communicate these to the project team, and develop approaches to accommodate them.

• Assist in developing and communicating appropriate design standards and process improvement activities. Identify training and development needs for personnel.

• Provide guidance to lesser-experienced engineering technicians, assist with performance management, mentoring, and recognition. Monitor staffing levels and available skill sets for projects.

Essential Skills

• Proficient communication skills

• Ability to learn on the fly

• Problem-solving skills

• Perseverance

• Patience

• Time management

• Drive for results

• Self-development

• Customer focus

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to use electronic applications such as CADD, information modeling, and document storage systems.

• Advanced experience with AutoDesk Inventor (SDS) and physical substation design (AIS and/or GIS).

• Intermediate knowledge of engineering calculations and industry knowledge.

• Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, and policies.

• Basic knowledge of construction, constructability practices, procurement, contract administration, project controls, and estimating.

• Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred. Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment involves using advanced applications and software such as AutoCAD SDS and Inventor for design and modeling tasks. The role may require coordination with field activities and communication with project teams regarding design requirements and schedules. The position encourages a focus on quality, continuous improvement, and client satisfaction.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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