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About the Role

This role supports substation design projects across the QISG platform by performing routine 2D/3D Physical and/or Protection & Control (P&C) design tasks. It requires working knowledge of basic design techniques and industry procedures, with an emphasis on accuracy, standards compliance, and CAD proficiency. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong familiarity with substation materials, construction methods, and utility design standards. Proficiency with CAD platforms—including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Map 3D, Inventor, and Substation Design Suite (SDS) for Physical and/or P&C applications—is preferred. The Designer will work under the direction of a Lead Designer and collaborate closely with engineers and drafting teams to develop and maintain quality drawing packages for both internal and client-facing deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Work on design aspects for substation projects from inception to completion
• Utilize 3D and/or smart design software for substation design
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure high standards of workmanship
• Ensure quality and accuracy of work
• Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material
• Utilize document management system and suggest improvements
• Apply corporate standard engineering practices
• Identify potential project problems and propose solutions to stakeholders
• Travel as required for projects and assignments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Expertise in drafting disciplines with a background in substation design
• Ability to travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities, with minimal travel for project-related site visits

Skills

• Working knowledge of basic design techniques and industry procedures
• Accuracy and standards compliance
• CAD proficiency
• Familiarity with substation materials, construction methods, and utility design standards
• Proficiency with CAD platforms (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Map 3D, Inventor, Substation Design Suite (SDS) for Physical and/or P&C applications)
• Expertise with 3D and/or smart design software
• Word processing software proficiency
• Spreadsheet software proficiency
• Email software proficiency
• Extensive knowledge of various CAD programs
• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Ability to deal with ambiguity
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to determine priorities in a complex environment

Experience Level

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects

Education Level

• Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification is preferred
• 4-year Eng Tech degree is a plus

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive salary
• Overtime is available

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• Professional development opportunities

About the Company

• QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for partners' energy infrastructure needs.
• We use in-house talent, expertise, and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on, and construct projects.
• Our turnkey service capabilities provide 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 to ensure outstanding results for clients.

Equal Opportunity

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
• We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities.
• For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.