Substation Drafter/Designer

Description Our client is seeking a Substation Drafter/Designer to join our growing Power Delivery team. In this role, you will support the design and drafting of electrical substations projects. This individual will collaborate with engineers and project managers to produce high-quality drawings and models that meet client standards and project requirements.

Responsibilities Included:

• Prepare detailed substation design drawings including one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout plans.
• Develop 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar).
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to create accurate design documents.
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a Project Manager.
• Coordinate with engineers and other disciplines to ensure design accuracy and client standards compliance.
• Attend meetings with clients and maintain a good working relationship with the clients, sub-consultants and sub-contractors.
• Maintain drawing standards and adhere to HDR's quality control processes.
• Assist in preparing material lists and bills of materials.
• Support design revisions and updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate ensuring effective communication with team members across multiple offices.
• Stay current with industry standards, codes, and best practices for substation design.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills autocad, substation engineering, microsoft office, engineering, etap, wiring diagram, power delivery, power design, professional engineer, project engineering, electrical, microstation, Cad, Document revision, civil, gis, Substation, Substation design, Lightning, Electrical design, Bom, Autocad electrical, Conduit, Schematic, Physical design Top Skills Details autocad

Additional Skills & Qualifications Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience in Drafting and/or Design
• Electrical Substation experience highly preferred
• Utilities/power delivery experience desired
• Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, technical managers and project staff
• Committed to quality, improvement and values Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00
• $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Tampa,FL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.