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Substation Physical Designer

Michael Page
Philadelphia, PA Contractor
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026
  • Engineer & Design leading company supporting T&D grid mod projects
  • Entry, Mid, and Senior Level Openings - Hybrid Schedule

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized engineering design firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence within power delivery and grid infrastructure. With decades of experience supporting utilities and large-scale infrastructure programs, they are known for their technical depth, collaborative culture, and commitment to modernizing the grid.

Job Description

This position will give you the opportunity to:

  • Collaborate with engineers and designers in high and extra high voltage substation design in order to prepare the following: General Arrangement, Electrical Equipment Plans, Section Views (Elevations), Detailed Bills of Material, Lightning Stroke Shielding Plans, Grounding Plans, Conduits, Electrical Connection and Grounding Details, Below Grade Conduit/Raceway Plans, and Control Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, Grounding Plans and Sections.
  • Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.
  • Conduct walkdowns at client substation facilities.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Education/Experience Requirements

  • An Associate's Degree in Drafting, and/or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma and 3 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
  • A minimum of 8 years of substation physical design experience.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
  • Familiar with Bentley Substation Design.
  • Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer.

Valued Knowledge/Skills

  • An Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay between $40 and $60 USD.
  • Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
  • A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Project Manager T&D to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
  • Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
  • Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
  • Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development.
  • Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced engineers and project teams on some of the industry's most complex and large-scale energy projects.

If you are a motivated Substation Physical Designer looking to make a meaningful impact in Philadelphia, apply today!

Contact: Dom Delia

Quote job ref: JN-032026-6979705

Salary : $40 - $60

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