Substation Designer; Designer II

Description

EPS Engineering Services, a member of the Asplundh federation of companies, is hiring for a Substation Designer (Designer II) for our Chippewa Falls, WI location.

EPS is a national leader in transmission & distribution engineering, protection & control, power system studies, SCADA/automation, and turnkey project delivery. With engineering teams across the country, we design systems that keep the electric grid reliable and resilient.

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Paid short term and long-term disability
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 401k
• Health Savings Account

Are you ready to start our career with us?

As a Substation Designer II, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical designs for substation and power infrastructure projects. Working alongside engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll contribute to projects from concept through construction—supporting reliable and resilient energy systems across a diverse range of clients and industries.

• Develop detailed electrical designs, including schematics, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and equipment details
• Create substation design packages including plans, sections, elevations, grounding, lighting, and conduit/cable systems
• Prepare Bills of Materials and support equipment selection and specifications
• Perform design calculations (grounding, cable/conduit sizing, lightning protection, lighting, and bus design)
• Translate conceptual designs into construction-ready drawings and documentation

• Work closely with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to deliver coordinated design solutions
• Interpret and apply industry codes, standards, and client specifications
• Support site evaluations and incorporate field data into designs
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and clients to ensure alignment and project success

• Review design drawings to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to scope, schedule, and standards
• Execute design revisions based on markups, redlines, and evolving project requirements
• Identify and recommend solutions to design challenges

• Utilize industry-standard design software (AutoCAD, Micro Station) to develop 2D and 3D deliverables
• Organize and maintain project files, revisions, and documentation in a structured and accessible manner
• Continuously expand knowledge of design tools, standards, and best practices

• Mentor and support junior designers and team members
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Drafting Technology or related field with 4+ years of experience, or
• Associate degree with 6+ years of experience, or
• 8+ years of progressive electrical design experience

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Micro Station
• Strong experience preparing 2D and 3D engineering drawings
• Working knowledge of electrical design principles, substation layouts, and power systems
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Occasional travel (