Substation Designer

Location: St. Louis

• High-volume project pipeline = long-term stability
• Clear path to Senior Designer or Engineering track

About Our Client

Join a well-established engineering consulting firm supporting major utility and power delivery clients across the Midwest and U.S. This company is experiencing rapid growth due to a strong pipeline of substation and grid modernization projects, offering long-term stability and opportunities to grow into senior design or engineering roles.

Job Description

• Develop detailed substation design drawings, including:
  • Physical layouts & plan/elevation views
  • One-line and three-line diagrams
  • Wiring diagrams and schematics
  • Control building layouts and cable routing
• Perform redlines and drawing updates based on engineer markups
• Support AIS and GIS substation design projects
• Utilize design tools such as AutoCAD and/or Micro Station
• Assist with 3D modeling (if applicable) and clash detection
• Ensure drawings meet utility, IEEE, and client standards
• Coordinate with engineering and project teams to meet deadlines

Potential Projects

• New substation builds (138kV-345kV) for expanding utility demand
• Substation expansions & upgrades (breaker replacements, bus modifications)
• Renewable interconnection substations (solar & wind projects)
• Protection & control upgrades for grid modernization
• Digital substation and automation projects

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Substation Designer should have:

• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of substation design principles and industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Background or experience in the energy and natural resources sector is advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Hourly pay ranging from $65 to $75, depending on experience.
• Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Temporary position with the potential for professional development and networking.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in the energy and power delivery sector.

Contact

Lauren Just

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