Substation Designer

Job Description

Seeking a self-motivated designer who will prepare clear, complete and accurate detailed drawings using AutoCAD from field sketches, original drawings or satellite images, mark-ups, existing as-builts, site maps, photos, and field notes. The candidate will be designing drawings using AutoCAD applying engineering standards and specifications. It is expected that they will complete drawing packages in a timely manner using personal knowledge and exercising discretion and judgement to maintain a high level of quality, accuracy, and professionalism, and acute attention to detail.

Job Requirements

· Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) and Certification in AutoCAD or the equivalent education or experience.

· Design knowledge of electrical utility and engineering is a plus

· Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both verbally and in written form

· Comfortable in a self-directed environment

· Detail oriented, organized, able to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines

· Be a self-starter, ability to perform duties with limited supervision and be a cooperative team player.

· Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities

Primary responsibilities

· Analyze client requests/engineering sketches

· Understand the use of Adobe Acrobat (pdf files), digital photographs (jpeg files), google earth, Microsoft Office products and internet search engines

· Scale engineering drawings using AutoCAD

· Calculating lay outs of right-of-way and/or street dimensions and angles

· Creating preliminary and/or final sketch of proposed drawings

· Modifying drawings based on engineer designs

· Creating as-build drawings upon completion of project

· Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as necessary

Additional Requirements:

· Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

· Possess a valid Driver’s License