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Substation Designer
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Overland Park, KS (In Person)
$104,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Substation Designer Overview This opportunity is with a nationally recognized, employee-owned engineering firm known for delivering large-scale power delivery projects across the U.S. They're looking to bring on an experienced Substation Designer, with a clear path to long-term stability and career growth. You'll play a key role in supporting high-impact substation projects-working closely with engineers and construction teams to deliver detailed, high-quality physical designs that support grid reliability and modernization. Why This Role Stands Out + Employee-focused culture: Ownership mindset where designers play a critical role in overall project success + Industry leader: Known for delivering complex, large-scale substation and transmission projects + Advanced tools: Work within a 3D/ BIM -driven design environment (AutoCAD, Inventor/ SDS , MicroStation) + Career growth: Opportunities to grow technically and advance within a large, multi-office organization What You'll Be Doing + Develop and review physical substation design deliverables including layouts, sections, elevations, and general arrangements + Interpret engineering inputs and apply sound technical judgment to design execution + Ensure compliance with industry codes, utility standards, and project requirements + Create and work within intelligent 3D models to improve accuracy and constructability + Perform material takeoffs, quantity estimates, and basic physical design calculations + Provide guidance on design standards, workflows, and documentation practices + Mentor junior designers and help resolve more complex design challenges + Collaborate with engineering, construction, and project teams from design through build What They're Looking For + Strong experience in physical substation design within power delivery + Proficiency in AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor/ SDS , and/or MicroStation + Experience producing layouts, equipment arrangements, sections, and elevations + Understanding of physical design calculations and substation design standards + Ability to work cross-functionally and support projects through construction Education & Experience + Associate or Bachelor's degree in Drafting, Engineering Design Technology, or related field (preferred) + 8+ years of relevant substation or power delivery design experience Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Overland Park, KS. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr. Eli To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account