Substation Designer

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies, engineering and design, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC delivery.

With more than 60 years of experience executing large, complex projects, Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe, reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale, resources, and safety culture of Quanta Services, Dashiell partners with clients to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and economies.

The Electrical Designer is responsible for producing drafting and design work under close supervision of senior designers. Assignments are designed to develop the employee’s understanding of electrical, physical, P&C, corporate/client standards, and procedures. This position supports the substation design team by preparing drawings, performing basic calculations, and assisting senior designers in the execution of substation engineering projects. Successful candidates may be placed in a Designer I, II or III title depending on skill and experience level.

The position will be based in our Houston, TX office located at 12301 Kurland Drive Houton, TX 77034 and will report to Dashiell’s Supervising Engineer.

• Prepare electrical engineering drawings and CAD documents under close supervision of senior designers.
• Assist in the development of design packages including plans, details, and specifications.
• Perform basic quantity take-offs and material lists from design drawings.
• Perform lighting studies using Visual Lighting software.
• Maintain drawing files and project documentation in compliance with company or client standards.
• Review drawings for accuracy and completeness prior to submittal to supervisor.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure consistency across drawing sets.
• Learn and apply applicable electrical codes, standards, and company design guidelines.
• Calculate cable lengths, conduit fill, or other basic tasks.
• Assist CAD Admin group to set up and implement customer standards.
• Assist CAD Admin group in developing and controlling CADD libraries and standards.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Bring potential project related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.
• Travel for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

• Contribute to on-time delivery of design packages that support project execution.
• Improve drawing accuracy and reduce rework by following QA/QC procedures.
• Support team efficiency by producing clean, well‑organized CAD deliverables.
• Build foundational electrical design skills that support long‑term career growth.

• Associate’s degree or technical certificate in drafting, engineering technology, or related field required.
• Minimum 1 year of drafting and design experience in electrical or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Micro Station; experience with discipline‑specific design software is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electrical design including power distribution systems, conduit and cable tray routing, panel schedules, single‑line diagrams, grounding and bonding, lighting design, motor control, and applicable NEC, NFPA, and IEEE standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established standards and procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
• Understanding and implementation of BIM process is preferred.

• Ability to sit for extended periods during computer‑based work.
• Ability to stand and walk intermittently…