Job Title: Wiring Designer

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Wiring Designer where you will coordinate and collaborate with engineers and other designers involved in high voltage substation design. You will prepare design deliverables based on input from substation design and protection and control engineers, including Single Line, Relaying & Metering Diagrams, AC & DC Schematic Diagrams, Point to Point wiring diagrams, Equipment Interconnection Wiring Diagrams, and Cable Schedules. Your role will also involve investigating and resolving design issues related to electrical wiring, providing technical guidance and mentoring to new designers, interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables, and conducting walkdowns at client substation facilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with engineers and designers on high voltage substation design.
• Prepare design deliverables such as Single Line, Relaying & Metering Diagrams, and Schematic Diagrams.
• Investigate and resolve design issues related to electrical wiring.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to new designers.
• Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.
• Conduct walkdowns at client substation facilities.

Essential Skills

• Experience in wiring, substation design, and substation equipment.
• Proficiency in wiring schematics and electrical engineering design.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.
• Understanding of design principles, electrical engineering practices, and relevant codes and standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree or equivalent technical design experience.
• 5 years of experience in electrical wiring design for substations.
• Ability to multi-task across multiple projects.

Work Environment

Candidates have the option to work out of the Downtown Chicago Office or Warrenville, IL office, primarily in a hybrid model consisting of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. For suitable candidates, there is a possibility of working fully remote and/or out-of-state. The work environment offers a consistent, steady, and stable atmosphere with opportunities for career development and specialization. Enjoy a vibrant work setting with beautiful views and plenty of great food spots around the office.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $52.88/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 hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $41 - $53