Substation Designer

Position Summary Actalent Services LLC connects passion with purpose. Our engineering and sciences services and talent solutions capabilities drive results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We're supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. The position falls within Substation Department of the organization. The designer will develop electrical construction drawings for substations. They will mentor lower-level designers. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Work with the latest standards to create drawings for a given project. Work with part naming and numbering conventions; and file naming and management protocols. Use Vault and ProjectWise for project documentation to track all design modifications and new designs. Handle complex projects with minimum supervision. Coordinate with people from other departments who are involved in a design project Mentor less experienced designers. Check and validate drawings for the project and the drawings of peers and subordinates. Will work under supervision of Professional Engineers. Protection and Control Focus Create and modify single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC & DC schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, or other equipment schematics such as MOABs, circuit breakers, CCVTs, and panel front views using AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and MicroStation. Design protection schemes that deal with breaker controls, line relaying, bus relaying, and communication internal to the station as well as external to the station. Education and Experience Requirements Four plus years of experience designing schematics, wiring diagrams, single line diagrams, and schematics. Four plus years of electrical design experience using MicroStation and AutoCAD. Demonstrable proficiency using AutoCAD Electrical.. Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting and computer aided (CAD) design or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology or equivalent experience and/or education. Requisite Abilities and Skills Advanced ability to develop wiring diagrams and cable/conduit tables from schematics Advanced knowledge with single line drawings, three-line drawings, fuse and circuit breaker coordination Advanced understanding of design practices and engineering systems Strong written and verbal communication Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 fully remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.