Physical Substation Designer

Michael Page International

Phoenix, AZ

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$45–$60 Per Hour

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Bentley MicroStation, Budget Management, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Cerebral Vascular Accident, Cloud Computing, Construction, Construction Equipment, Consulting, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, Design Services, Electrical Components, Electrical Substation, Electricity, Establish Priorities, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)\Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR), MPI, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Multitasking, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Production Management, Project Design, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Systems Reliability, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Drawing, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Workplace Issues

LOCATION

Phoenix, AZ

POSTED

15 days ago

The Substation Physical Project Designer supports high‑ and extra‑high‑voltage substation projects by leading physical design efforts, producing and reviewing detailed drawings, coordinating with engineers and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and client requirements from concept through construction.Client DetailsThe client is a leading energy provider supporting critical power infrastructure projects across high‑ and extra‑high‑voltage systems. They prioritize safety, quality, and compliance while investing in long‑term system reliability, modernization, and collaborative partnerships to deliver complex substation solutions.DescriptionYou will prepare and perform detailed reviews of the following substation drawings:Substation General ArrangementSubstation Electrical Equipment PlansSubstation Electrical Section Views (Elevations)Substation Detailed Bill of MaterialSubstation Lightning Stroke Shielding PlanSubstation Grounding PlanSubstation Conduit, Electrical Connection, and Grounding DetailsSubstation Below‑Grade Conduit/Raceway PlanControl Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding Plans and SectionsAdditional Responsibilities Include:Performing technical reviews of project team comments on vendor design deliverables and coordinating incorporation of those comments.Leading field walkdowns, gathering data at client facilities, and interfacing with clients/contractors to resolve walkdown issues.Conducting constructability walkdowns with clients and contractors.Identifying applicable codes and standards, guiding their application, and contributing to quality system improvements.Providing guidance and mentoring to designers, drafters, and project stakeholders in design/drafting tools and client‑specific tools.Reviewing and supervising the production of design deliverables.Offering technical guidance during the preparation and review of calculations associated with design processes.Developing cost‑effective design approaches for assigned projects.Coordinating with other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated design completeness.Preparing and reviewing calculations and obtaining required design inputs.Implementing work plan requirements within budget and schedule and guiding the team to meet both.Delegating and monitoring the work of assigned technical staff and providing performance feedback.Managing routine day‑to‑day performance and personnel issues for assigned team members. ProfileEssential Skills & ExperienceAssociate Degree in Drafting or equivalent technical experience.5+ years of substation physical design experience.Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.Strong ability to visualize equipment details, phase‑to‑ground and phase‑to‑phase clearances.Ability to multitask across multiple projects.Strong 3D visualization ability without the use of computer tools.Valued Knowledge / SkillsAssociate Degree in Computer‑Aided Design.Familiarity with Bentley Substation, Inventor SDS, and BlueBeam.Experience with ground‑based Lidar and converting point‑cloud data to vector files.Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles for producing technical plans, drawings, and models.Understanding of engineering technology and how various equipment integrates within a technical design.Job OfferCompetitive hourly pay ranging from $45.00 to $60.00+, based on qualifications and experienceAccess to medical, dental, and vision benefits (MDV) during the 9 month contract to hire assignmentOpportunity to work with a reputable company in the Utilities (Power Delivery) industryChance to gain valuable experience and contribute to impactful projects in PhoenixIf you're ready to make an impact as a Physical Substation Designer in Phoenix, apply today!MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

About the Company

Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

WEBSITE

https://www.michaelpage.ca/

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