Senior Substation Physical Designer

GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Substation Physical Electrical Designer to join our expanding Power Team. This position is a hybrid position in our Marlton, NJ office.

The successful candidate will perform Physical Electrical design on various substation projects from 69kV up to 500kV, renewable & electrical distribution systems.

• Develop Substation layout drawings including plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding, grounding details, raceway, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists on new and existing substations
• Perform Physical Electrical Design related studies i.e. Busbar, Lighting/illumination, lightning/shielding
• Perform cable calculations for cable sizing
• Perform cable duct bank and conduct sizing calculations
• Review substation Physical Electrical design, electrical design studies related to Physical Electrical
• Prepare equipment specifications, for substation equipment, components, and construction
• Review Physical Electrical packages for design & drafting prospectiv es
• Experience in Mentoring/Training junior/intermediate drafters/designers
• Coordinate with other disciplines for interdisciplinary dependencies
• Compile Physical Electrical packages and arrange submission for internal QA/QC as well as submission to the clients

• A minimum of Associate degree in Electrical Technology.
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in substation Physical Electrical drafting design/drafting.
• Experience in CAD standards.
• Ability to understand & follow all standards, including client’s standards, applicable to Physical Electrical packages.
• Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.
• Experience in AutoCAD & Micro Station.
• Experience in AutoCAD Electric.

The salary range for this role is $90,000- $120,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Location:

Marlton, NJ

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.