Substation Physical Designer 2

• SPD2 (Birmingham, AL, 35243) | 06/11/26

Job Description Position Title:

Substation Physical Designer Location:

Birmingham, AL 35243,

USA Duration:

3

Years Schedule:

Standard Payrate:

$33/hr. on W2

Responsibilities:

Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for Transmission and Distribution electrical substation projects.

Develop and modify scaled drawings and layouts including foundation layouts, grounding layouts, conduit layouts, switchgear assembly layouts, substation layouts, switch house layouts, and electrical bus designs.

Produce engineering drawings using AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk Map 3D.

Prepare material specifications and generate material requirements for substation design packages.

Specify and order stock, non-stock, and shop-fabricated materials for substation projects.

Transmit drawing packages and supporting documentation using the Transmission Engineering job transmittal system.

Coordinate and communicate with engineers, project teams, and other departments involved in substation design and construction.

Work with manufacturers and vendors to resolve equipment and material-related issues.

Provide design support to Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management, and Substation Maintenance teams.

Participate in site visits including pre-construction meetings, construction support, and post-construction reviews.

Ensure designs meet company standards with emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and cost efficiency.

Travel to project sites as required, including occasional overnight travel.

Requirement:

Education Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology degree

• OR•associate degree with at least 5 years of related industry experience•OR•High school diploma with significant related industry experience of at least 8 years Experience Strong understanding of electrical substation equipment is preferred.

Experience in Transmission and /or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred.

Good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.

Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred.

Strong understanding of the National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, and OSHA safe operating practices is preferred.

Ability to create electrical Substation Physical drawings from a single line or three line diagram is preferred.

Ability to create/manipulate 2D drawings and 3D models for electrical Substations.

Experience using 3D modeling software (SDS Inventor, Autodesk Inventor or Autodesk 3D (P4A) is preferred.

AutoCAD training or experience is preferred.

Experience working with document management & estimating systems preferred.

Experience using Primavera (P6), progress reporting software preferred.

Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.

Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.

Must work well in a team environment and can develop and build relationships at all levels.

Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.

Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.

Must have the ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.

Must accurately enter weekly time and process business expense receipts promptly.

Must be able to envision equipment/materials and how they connect spatially inside three dimensional spaces.

Must be willing to travel (approximately 25%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service.