Substation Physical Designer

Physical Designer

Hybrid role - four (4) days onsite and one (1) day remote. This position will be based out of Forest Park, GA (Metro Atlanta). This position will require some travel (days and overnight, up to 25%). The Physical Designer position is responsible for the design of Client's Transmission and Distribution Substations. The Physical Designer will produce engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements for substation projects with an emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and costs.

Job Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor s Degree in Engineering Technology (Designer) or Bachelor's Degree (non-engineering) with min. 5 years relevant industry experience (Designer) or Associate Degree with min. 5 years relevant industry experience (Designer) or No Degree with min. of 8 years relevant industry experience (Designer)
• Experience in Transmission and/or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred. Experience in the field of Substation Engineering, Field Services, Switchboard Wiring, Power Delivery, Substation Maintenance, or Substation Construction is preferred. Experience working with document management & estimating systems such as Transmission Estimating and Management System (TEAMS), STOMP, MAXIMO, SCST Vault is preferred. Proficiency in using AutoCAD 2D design software, training, experience, or certification is required.
  
  Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply. A good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred. Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred. Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills. Must work well in a team environment and can develop and build relationships at all levels. Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, setting priorities, and using effective time management and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.
  
  Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.

Major Job

Responsibilities Include:

• Make SAFETY our number one priority using a "Safety First" mentality and leading by example.
• Provide input on the development and refinement of Control/Physical estimating practices, guidelines, and training.
• Apply substation engineering expertise to support and/or perform QA/QC of peer or contract vendor deliverables.
• Participate in and support Client Transmission activities and initiatives.
• Coordinate and communicate with other design disciplines associated with the substation scopes and conceptual designs.
• Design the physical aspects of substations, including but not limited to, Substation Layouts, Foundation Layouts, Grounding Layouts, Conduit Layouts, Control Building Layouts, Sections/Elevations, Electrical Bus Design, etc.
• Prepare high quality design packages needed to construct (new or modify existing) substations using 2D CAD-based modeling tools, based on Client design standards.
• Transmit drawing packages and supporting specifications into SCST Vault using the Physical Substation Transmittal Packages Manual.
• Provide support for Substation Construction, Project Management, and Transmission Maintenance.
• Perform site visits for projects, including pre-construction meetings, during construction and post-construction. Some overnight travel will be required.
• Specify, order, and provide approval drawings for non-stock materials, as well as inventorying stock materials and shop fabricated materials for substation design packages.
• Interact with manufacturers, vendors, and Client committee members to resolve equipment and material issues.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Model Our Values:
  Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
• Passionate commitment to personal safety and well-being as well as for others. Unwavering adherence to the Client code of ethics. Delivers top performance and achieve business results. Proactively identifies…