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Senior Substation Designer
Company | Leidos |
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Location | Houston, TX, USA |
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Salary | $85150 – $153925 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline.
- Level 1: 2+ years of direct substation physical and electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects.
- Level 2: 4+ years of direct substation physical and electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects.
- Solid comprehension 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 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 detail and work product quality.
Responsibilities
- Develop new, or modify existing: Electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures, Substation foundation layout/plan drawings, Section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings, Conduit layout/plan drawings, Substation grounding layout/plan drawings, Control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings.
- Develop a complete bill of materials for all required electrical equipment and materials.
- Review and comment on equipment drawings received from vendors and manufacturers.
- Work with other disciplines (e.g., Civil Engineers) as necessary to complete assigned work.
- Assist the project team with developing 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 needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- AutoCAD and other 3D applications.