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Substation Designer

AtkinsRéalis
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026
Overview

We are seeking a Substation Designer to join our team in Northboro, MA or Rochester, NY, to lead and work on various Substation Design and Power Utility projects. We are open to remote, hybrid or in-office work schedules. The Substation Designer reports to our Engineering Manager and the position requires working independently on fast paced technically complex design projects. Substation Designers are responsible for supporting multi-discipline substation engineering project teams with the development of substation design packages, including drawing development, document management, and design package submittals.

Your role

  • Work within a multi-discipline team to develop efficient and reliable design packages for medium and high voltage substations.
  • Lead Document Control functions including ProjectWise management, drawing requests, drawing set-up/preparation, submittals/transmittals, etc.
  • Translating engineering sketches and markups into properly documented drawings (including schematics, wiring, AC & DC single line diagrams, arrangement drawings, structure/assembly drawings, plan and profiles, route maps, foundation, and grounding system, etc. for substations and transmission lines) utilizing predefined standards.
  • Coordinate design activities to maintain project schedules, budget, quality requirements to ensure successful project completion.
  • Assist in site visits and station walkdowns, proposals, and attending project meetings where required.
  • Accountable to provide design activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including AtkinsRéalis's policies and procedures, such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
  • Ensuring drawings are produced in accordance with applicable drafting codes and standards.
  • Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.
  • Reviewing and incorporating field construction marks to develop As-Built Drawing Packages.
  • Maintain complete project documentation with respect to engineering documents, all design packages, as-built requirements and return data information. Maintain good working relationship with internal groups that support projects such as other engineering disciplines, Drafting, Project Management etc.

About You

  • Drafting diploma from a recognized technical institute or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of professional experience focused on the development of substation design for Senior positions. Minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience focused on the development of substation design for Intermediate positions.
  • Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; use of MicroStation would be an asset.
  • Experience with ProjectWise document management software.
  • Prior utility or utility consulting experience is a plus.
  • Strong client focus.
  • A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to perform independently and in a team environment and provide project ownership.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $70,000 - $131,000 salary depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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Note To Staffing And Direct Hire Agencies

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Salary : $70,000 - $131,000

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