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Designer, Technical Development
Saber Power Services, a portfolio company of Greenbelt Capital Partners, is a fully integrated electrical power system services firm providing end-to-end solutions across utility, renewables and battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other markets. Based in Houston, Texas, Saber Power offers deep subject matter expertise and uses an engineering-led approach to designing, installing, testing, and maintaining medium and high-voltage electrical infrastructure. Saber serves clients locally, nationally, and abroad.
Position Summary:
The Project Development Designer supports the early stages of project execution by developing conceptual engineering drawings, preliminary layouts, and technical documentation used to define project scope, support estimating, and prepare projects for detailed engineering. Working closely with engineers, estimators, procurement, and project development teams, this role transforms engineering concepts into clear, coordinated design packages that improve estimate accuracy, reduce execution risk, and establish a strong foundation for successful project delivery.
This position focuses on front-end project development rather than detailed construction design and serves as an important contributor to proposal development, engineering planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare conceptual engineering drawings, one-line diagrams, equipment layouts, site plans, and preliminary design packages supporting project development and estimating activities.
- Develop estimate-ready drawing packages that clearly communicate project scope, equipment arrangements, and engineering intent.
- Collaborate with engineers, estimators, procurement, and project development personnel to develop technically accurate conceptual designs.
- Interpret engineering concepts, sketches, and technical requirements into coordinated design documentation.
- Apply company drafting standards, templates, and engineering best practices to maintain consistency and quality across conceptual design deliverables.
- Support quantity takeoffs, preliminary equipment selections, and constructability reviews during project development.
- Identify design conflicts, missing information, and opportunities to improve project definition before detailed engineering begins.
- Maintain drawing revisions, document control, and engineering records throughout the project development process.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards, reusable drawing content, and engineering workflows within the Technical Infrastructure Platform.
- Participate in design reviews and cross-functional coordination meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Design, or a related technical discipline preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, and relevant experience will be considered.
- Typically 2–5 years of progressively responsible experience preparing engineering drawings or design documentation in an engineering, utility, industrial, manufacturing, or EPC environment.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and experience developing engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Ability to interpret engineering calculations, sketches, specifications, and technical markups.
- Working knowledge of drafting standards, engineering documentation, and revision control practices.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting conceptual engineering, project development, proposal engineering, or estimating activities.
- Experience with electrical substations, medium- and high-voltage systems, industrial facilities, renewable energy, or utility infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with engineering document management systems and controlled design environments.
- Experience with preliminary equipment layouts, one-line diagrams, site plans, and conceptual engineering packages.
- Knowledge of MicroStation or other engineering design platforms is a plus.
Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all.
Benefits:
We offer an excellent benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our Total Rewards Plan includes a choice of two comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. We also provide company-paid basic life insurance for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and more. Beyond our benefits, we pride ourselves on fostering an outstanding work environment where employees feel valued and supported. Learn more about our Total Rewards Plan here.
Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.