Substation Designer

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We are seeking a Substation Designer to join our team in Northboro, MA or Rochester, NY
, to lead and work on various Substation Design and Power Utility projects. The role is open to remote, hybrid or in‑office work schedules. The Substation Designer reports to our Engineering Manager and will work independently on fast‑paced, technically complex design projects. Responsibilities include supporting multi‑discipline substation engineering project teams with the development of substation design packages, including drawing development, document management, and design package submittals.

• Work within a multi‑discipline team to develop efficient and reliable design packages for medium and high‑voltage substations.
• Lead Document Control functions, including Project Wise management, drawing requests, set‑up/preparation, submittals/transmittals.
• Translate engineering sketches and markups into properly documented drawings (including schematics, wiring, AC & DC single line diagrams, arrangement drawings, structure/assembly drawings, plan and profiles, route maps, foundation, and grounding system drawings for substations and transmission lines) utilizing predefined standards.
• Coordinate design activities to maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Assist in site visits, station walk‑downs, proposals, and attend project meetings as required.
• Provide design activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including Atkins
  
  Réalis policies and procedures such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Ensure drawings are produced in accordance with applicable drafting codes and standards.
• Coordinate design activities with other multi‑discipline project team members.
• Review and incorporate field construction marks to develop As‑Built Drawing Packages.
• Maintain complete project documentation, including engineering documents, all design packages, as‑built requirements and return data information; maintain good working relationships with internal support groups such as other engineering disciplines, Drafting, and Project Management.

• Drafting diploma from a recognized technical institute or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of professional experience focused on the development of substation design for Senior positions; minimum of ten (10) years for Intermediate positions.
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; use of Micro Station would be an asset.
• Experience with Project Wise document management software.
• Prior utility or utility consulting experience is a plus.
• Strong client focus.
• A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to perform independently and in a team environment and provide project ownership.

At Atkins

Réalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than words. They form the foundation of our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. Depending on employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

Please review our comprehensive benefits page for details.

We’re Atkins

Réalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we aim to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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