Designer - Substation

Job Description

We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. This turnkey project execution strategy ensures there is one point of contact to handle projects of any size from beginning to end and allows a cohesive and coordinated Quanta Services team to enter the project life cycle at the earliest stage possible.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

General Description

The Designer - Substation will perform routine substation design assignments, which requires knowledge and skill in basic design techniques and procedure. Thorough knowledge of design standards, material, and CAD software will be required. Experience with 3D design software packages is preferred. This position will report to an Lead Designer and support substation projects across the QISG platform.

Duties

Work on design aspects from project inception to completion on various substation projects.

Utilize 3D design software for substation design.

Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship.

Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.

Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material.

Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements.

Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.

Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.

Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.

Perform other duties as assigned.Required Experience and Education

Associates degree in Drafting & Design is preferred.

Experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects.

Experience with 3D design software (AutoCad Inventor, SDS, etc.) is preferred.

Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software.

Extensive knowledge of various CADD programs

Basic knowledge of the major components of a substation

Basic oral and written communications

Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation.

Working in a team environment

Communicating effectively with co-workers

Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.Travel Requirements:

Role will require travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities, but travel will be minimal to support project related site visits.

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