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Senior Substation Physical Designer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy

Greenville, SC · HybridFull-time$78–119K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$78–119K/yr
Location
Greenville, SCHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Senior Substation Physical Designer works on a project team with engineers and designers to develop high- and extra-high-voltage substation designs. The role prepares a range of substation and control-building drawings, incorporates vendor information into design deliverables, performs walkdowns at client facilities, and applies client standards. The position follows a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Substation Physical DesignAutoCADMicroStation3D VisualizationDesign TechniquesTechnical Drawing ProductionEngineering Science ApplicationEquipment Design Integration

Qualifications

10+ Years Substation DesignAssociate's in Drafting or EquivalentHigh School Plus Drafting Coursework or EquivalentAssociate's in Computer Aided Design

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Responsibilities

As a Substation Physical Designer, you will be working in a project team environment with engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design. Responsibilities will include the preparation of the following substation drawings:

  • Substation General Arrangement

  • Substation Electrical Equipment Plans

  • Substation Section Views (Elevations)

  • Substation Detailed Bill of Material

  • Substation Lightning Stroke Shielding Plan

  • Substation Grounding Plan

  • Substation Conduit, Electrical Connection and Grounding Details

  • Substation Below Grade Conduit/Raceway Plan

  • Control Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, Grounding Plans and Section

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables.

  • Performing walkdowns at client facilities.

  • Applying Client's standards related to the work.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Education/Experience Requirements:

  • 10 or more years of substation physical design experience.

  • An Associate’s Degree in Drafting, or a high school diploma and 2 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.

  • Proficient with AutoCAD and MicroStation.

  • Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer.

Valued Knowledge/Skills:

  • An Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Design.

  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Life & Accident Insurance

  • Disability Coverage

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Back-Up Daycare

  • FSA & HSA

  • 401(k)

  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account

  • Merit Scholarship Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program

  • Tuition Assistance

  • First Professional Licensure Bonus

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

  • Paid Vacation

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Bereavement Leave

  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$77,890 - $118,999

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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CityGreenville

StateSC

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestDesign and Drafting

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2026-28488

Business GroupGrid Group

DepartmentPhysical Design

How this job compares

Set against the 2,202 open Designer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$78–119K/yr
  • US median$94–150K/yr762 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $98K, is 22% below the US median midpoint ($126K) — in the middle half of Designer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 41 open Designer jobs in South Carolina and 2,202 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in South Carolina
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Designer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 1,209 postings).
Education
470 of the 2,202 open Designer jobs (21%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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