100% Remote Substation Physical Designer
Job title: 100% Remote Substation Physical Designer in Phoenix, AZ at Actalent
Company: Actalent
Job description: Position SummaryActalent connects passion with purpose. Our engineering and sciences services and talent solutions capabilities drive results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world.The position falls within the substation department of the organization. The designer will develop construction drawings for substations projects. They will supervise and mentor lower level designers.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
With scoping information and general guidance from Design Engineer, develop a substation design layout
Independently develop 2-D drawings and 3-D models of electrical substation features and components, such as transformers, circuit breakers, etc. using MicroStation
Develop layout of parts and assemblies in 2-D and 3-D
Modify and/ or update existing models, assemblies, and layouts to reflect changes to the design
Work with part naming and numbering conventions; and file naming and management protocols
Create or modify physical drawings such as single line diagrams, station location plans, electrical assemblies, cable and conduit plans, cable schedules, grounding plans, duct bank designs and layouts, and other details and drawings that will provide sufficient detail and information to construct an electrical substation with minimal guidance of project lead engineer
Use ProjectWise for project documentation to track all design modifications and new designs
Handle complex projects without supervision
Coordinate with people from other departments who are involved in a design project
Supervise and mentor less experienced designers
Check and validate drawings for the project and the drawings of peers and subordinates
Will be considered a “Subject Matter Expert” for Substation Design
Function as project lead on small, less complicated projects with little guidance from an engineer
Work under supervision of engineers
Education and Experience Requirements
Six years of experience designing physical layouts, equipment layouts, plan views, elevation views, section views, and creating detailed bills of material
Six years of design experience using AutoCAD
Experience checking design packages preferred.
Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting and computer aided (CAD) design or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology or equivalent experience and/or education
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
Expected salary: $40 - 55 per hour
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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Company: Actalent
Job description: Position SummaryActalent connects passion with purpose. Our engineering and sciences services and talent solutions capabilities drive results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world.The position falls within the substation department of the organization. The designer will develop construction drawings for substations projects. They will supervise and mentor lower level designers.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
With scoping information and general guidance from Design Engineer, develop a substation design layout
Independently develop 2-D drawings and 3-D models of electrical substation features and components, such as transformers, circuit breakers, etc. using MicroStation
Develop layout of parts and assemblies in 2-D and 3-D
Modify and/ or update existing models, assemblies, and layouts to reflect changes to the design
Work with part naming and numbering conventions; and file naming and management protocols
Create or modify physical drawings such as single line diagrams, station location plans, electrical assemblies, cable and conduit plans, cable schedules, grounding plans, duct bank designs and layouts, and other details and drawings that will provide sufficient detail and information to construct an electrical substation with minimal guidance of project lead engineer
Use ProjectWise for project documentation to track all design modifications and new designs
Handle complex projects without supervision
Coordinate with people from other departments who are involved in a design project
Supervise and mentor less experienced designers
Check and validate drawings for the project and the drawings of peers and subordinates
Will be considered a “Subject Matter Expert” for Substation Design
Function as project lead on small, less complicated projects with little guidance from an engineer
Work under supervision of engineers
Education and Experience Requirements
Six years of experience designing physical layouts, equipment layouts, plan views, elevation views, section views, and creating detailed bills of material
Six years of design experience using AutoCAD
Experience checking design packages preferred.
Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting and computer aided (CAD) design or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology or equivalent experience and/or education
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
Expected salary: $40 - 55 per hour
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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