Substation Physical Designer
Leidos is a trusted technology-focused solutions provider, and they are seeking a skilled and experienced Substation Physical Designer. In this role, you will create substation design drawing packages and required documents for electric power substations ranging from 12kV to 500kV.
Responsibilities
- Develop new, or modify existing, electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures
- Develop new, or modify existing, substation foundation layout/plan drawings
- Develop new, or modify existing, section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings
- Develop new, or modify existing, conduit layout/plan drawings
- Develop new, or modify existing, substation grounding layout/plan drawings
- Develop new, or modify existing, control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings
- Develop complete bill of materials for all required electrical equipment and materials
- Review and comment on equipment drawings received from vendors and manufacturers
- Collaborate with other disciplines (eg. Civil Engineers) as necessary to complete assigned work
- Assist the project team with development of processes and procedures to increase team efficiency
- Perform basic engineering calculations to support engineering design
- Apply relevant client, national and state standards to each assignment as required
Skills
- HS Diploma with 1+ years of direct substation physical electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects
- A combination of education and a demonstrated related experience may be considered in lieu of education and experience requirements
- Solid understanding and application of design software such as: MicroStation and AutoCAD
- Proficient with Windows-based software such as Word and Excel which are frequently used to develop project deliverables
- Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs
- Advanced ability to utilize 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings
- Ability to work in a team environment with others including, but not limited to Project Managers, Engineers, Designers and drafters in multi-discipline groups
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong attention to details and work product quality
- Associate Degree in Engineering Technology or Drafting Technology
- Experience with Autodesk Inventor & SDS 3D tools is a plus
- Experience with AutoCAD & Microstation is a plus
- Experience with Autodesk ReCap and other Lidar applications is a plus
Benefits
- Health and Wellness programs
- Income Protection
- Paid Leave
- Retirement
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