Substation Designer (Designer II)

Substation Designer (Designer II) Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC - 3.7 St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications 3D CAD modeling Cross-functional collaboration Drafting Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Description EPS Engineering Services, a member of the Asplundh federation of companies , is hiring for a Substation Designer (Designer II), for our Maryland Heights, MO location! EPS is a national leader in transmission & distribution engineering, protection & control, power system studies, SCADA/automation, and turnkey project delivery. With engineering teams across the country, we design systems that keep the electric grid reliable and resilient. EPS cares about our employees and offers a generous benefits package including: Competitive pay Paid Time Off Paid short term and long-term disability Medical, vision, and dental benefits 401k Health Savings Account Are you ready to start our career with us? What You'll Do As a Substation Designer II, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical designs for substation and power infrastructure projects. Working alongside engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you'll contribute to projects from concept through construction—supporting reliable and resilient energy systems across a diverse range of clients and industries. How You Will Make an Impact Design & Project Execution Develop detailed electrical designs, including schematics, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and equipment details Create substation design packages including plans, sections, elevations, grounding, lighting, and conduit/cable systems Prepare Bills of Materials and support equipment selection and specifications Perform design calculations (grounding, cable/conduit sizing, lightning protection, lighting, and bus design) Translate conceptual designs into construction-ready drawings and documentation Technical Collaboration & Coordination Work closely with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to deliver coordinated design solutions Interpret and apply industry codes, standards, and client specifications Support site evaluations and incorporate field data into designs Communicate clearly with internal teams and clients to ensure alignment and project success Quality & Continuous Improvement Review design drawings to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to scope, schedule, and standards Execute design revisions based on markups, redlines, and evolving project requirements Identify and recommend solutions to design challenges Tools & Technology Utilize industry-standard design software (AutoCAD, MicroStation) to develop 2D and 3D deliverables Organize and maintain project files, revisions, and documentation in a structured and accessible manner Continuously expand knowledge of design tools, standards, and best practices Team & Development Mentor and support junior designers and team members Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team environment What You'll Need to Be Successful Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Drafting Technology or related field with 4+ years of experience, or Associate degree with 6+ years of experience, or 8+ years of progressive electrical design experience Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation Strong experience preparing 2D and 3D engineering drawings Working knowledge of electrical design principles, substation layouts, and power systems Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards Professional Skills Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines Work Environment Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Occasional travel (