We’d love to have you join our team as a Substation Physical Designer in our Duluth, GA office.

Company Overview:

Ampirical has been committed to improving and strengthening the power grid since the company’s inception. Just as an ampere is the base unit for electric current, Ampirical takes pride in being on the leading edge of innovation and technology, allowing our industry to flow forward in a positive direction.

 We show gratitude for our customers and uplift our team members who make it all happen. We embrace challenging - yet rewarding - work, and we invest in our people every step along the way. 

 Working at Ampirical is a career, not just a job. Please enjoy this video about our culture.

Division Overview:

Ampirical’s Substation Engineering Division has recognized national expertise in the planning and design of new substations and high voltage electrical substations and switchyards. The mixture of our talents to offer all aspects of substation/switchyard design services, our trained resources to get the job done, and technical knowledge allows us to design a multitude of solutions to fit the client’s need.

Job Summary:

The Substation Designer is responsible for the detailed design of electric systems and components for Substation Facilities in accordance with applicable industry codes and standards.

What we Offer:

We offer a highly competitive compensation & benefits package for all full-time employees. You can review all of the details of our benefits package here. Below are some highlights. 

The salary range for this position is starting at $42.50 per hour - Commensurate, depending on relevant experience, education, and qualifications. We also offer semi-annual profit-sharing bonuses based on company profits to share in the mutual success! In the past, these have ranges between 3.5% - 11.5% of annual salary. 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision effective your 1^st day of employment
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting)
• 120 hours (about 15 days) of paid time off (PTO)
• 10 paid holiday days
• Flexible work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Opportunity for advancement and career growth
• Employer-sponsored Life Insurance, short-term and long-term Disability Insurance
• Gym Membership Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance
• Fertility Benefits

Who You Are:

• Electrical Engineering Tech Degree
  • In lieu of a degree, 3-5 years of experience will suffice
• 3D Modeling experience in Microstation, Autodesk Inventor, and/or AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office skills (Word/Excel)
• Teamwork oriented attitude
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare 2D and/or 3D Models of electrical substation equipment structures and foundations (using Microstation, Bentley Substation, AutoCAD, and/or Autodesk Inventor software).
• Catalog Models in multiple platforms.
• Prepare 2D drawings extracted from the model, if dealing with 3D.
• Prepare 2D drawings of equipment, layouts, lighting, grounding power, distribution system, etc.
• Coordinate with Electrical Engineers, Senior Designers, and vendors to develop the 3D models and/or 2D drawings.
• Confirm electrical clearances. 
• Verify proper insulation levels.
• verify bus capacities. 

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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