Substation Designer

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

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $45 - $55