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Substation Designer - Kiewit Power Delivery - Chicago

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Kiewit

Jan 18

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Engineering
    Design
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • The ideal candidate for the Substation Designer position will have a degree in Drafting/Design or Engineering Technology, along with experience in design and drafting disciplines related to electrical substation or transmission line design. Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is necessary, as well as the ability to work independently and in a team environment. Strong communication skills, reliable attendance, and the ability to meet deadlines are also essential.
  • The Substation Designer for Kiewit Power Delivery in Chicago will collaborate with engineers to create design documents, drawings, and construction packages for substation projects using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and PLS-CADD. They will also provide drafting support, maintain document management systems, train team members, and perform quality control checks.

Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting/Design or Engineering Technology preferred; minimum GED Diploma with drafting or electrical design training.
  • 1-2 years’ experience in Design and/or Drafting disciplines with a background in Electrical substation or Transmission line design preferred
  • Basic experience working with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
  • Ability to work in a growing, adaptive and multi-discipline team environment
  • Ability to work independently with limited direction and oversight
  • Legally able to work within the United States for any length of time
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English language
  • Other Requirements:
  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

  • Work with Engineers and Designers to develop the design documents and drawings for Substation or Transmission Line project.
  • Create design/construction drawing package for substation design project including substation general plan, elevation and detail, bill of material, conduit and cable schedule.
  • Provide drafting support for various type of substation project including physical, electrical and protection and control design.
  • Utilize company standards, client standards, and/or Engineering direction to produce new drawings and update existing drawings utilizing AutoCAD, MicroStation or PLS-CADD
  • Maintain document management system with quality data.
  • Train, develop and mentor the less-experienced design team members
  • Perform quality control checks and provide feedback to team members

FAQs

What are the responsibilities of a Substation Designer at Kiewit Power Delivery in Chicago?

The responsibilities include supporting a variety of substation, transmission, and distribution projects ranging from 12kv to 500kV, for both engineering design and EPC projects for clients throughout the country.

What qualifications are required for the Substation Designer position at Kiewit Power Delivery in Chicago?

Qualifications include experience in substation design, proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, knowledge of engineering design standards and practices, and the ability to work as part of a team.

What kind of projects will the Substation Designer be working on at Kiewit Power Delivery in Chicago?

The Substation Designer will be working on a variety of substation, transmission, and distribution projects, supporting both engineering design and EPC projects for clients throughout the country.

What is the work environment like for a Substation Designer at Kiewit Power Delivery in Chicago?

The Substation Designer will be part of a team of highly specialized design professionals working on a range of projects, with opportunities to grow and develop within the company.

Kiewit

One of North America's largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations.

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At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too. Our construction and engineering professionals work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities. Kiewit people tackle important projects of every size, in any market. Start your Kiewit adventure today at kiewitjobs.com. Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; marine; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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