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Substation Designer

Company:
KDM Engineering
Location:
Chicago, IL
Posted:
September 19, 2025
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Description:

Overview

KDM Engineering is 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.

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

Qualifications

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

Additional Requirements

Must be willing to comply with all pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification, and background screening

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

Possess a valid Drivers License

Benefits

Top Reasons to Work for Us

Challenging and Meaningful Work

Competitive Base Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Company Paid Holidays

Great Work-Life Balance

Fun and Flexible Work Environment

Organization with People-First Mentality

Dynamic Leadership Team

A Culture that Values Your Input

Full List of Benefits & Perks

Positive team environment

Competitive salaries

Flexible schedules

Growth opportunities

Training and professional development

Health, dental, vision insurance, HSA

401(k)

Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Volunteer leave

Performance bonuses

Transit program

Career coach on-staff

Parental and maternity leave

Supportive management

Culture engagement group

Professional development assistance

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Equal Employment Opportunity

KDM Engineering strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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