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Substation Physical Designer 3 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy

Remote · USFull-time$68–104K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$68–104K/yr
Location
Remote · US
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Substation Physical Designer 3 prepares physical design deliverables for high- and extra-high-voltage substations, collaborating with engineers and designers. The role includes incorporating vendor information into designs and conducting walkdowns at client substation facilities. It is remote and requires substantial substation physical design experience, proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, and familiarity with Bentley Substation Design.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AutoCAD or MicroStation, requiredBentley Substation Design, required3D Visualization, requiredTechnical Plan Production, nice to haveEngineering Technology Application, nice to haveEmerging Technology, nice to haveAI, nice to haveAutomation, nice to haveProgramming, nice to have

Qualifications

Associate's in Drafting or Bachelor's in Engineering Technology or High School Diploma Plus 3+ Years Drafting Coursework or Equivalent Technical Experience, required8+ Years Substation Physical Design Experience, requiredAssociate's in Computer Aided Design, nice to have

Benefits

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

Full job description

Responsibilities

This role offers a remote, work from home schedule.

This position will give you the opportunity to:

  • Collaborate with engineers and designers in high and extra high voltage substation design in order to prepare the following: General Arrangement, Electrical Equipment Plans, Section Views (Elevations), Detailed Bills of Material, Lightning Stroke Shielding Plans, Grounding Plans, Conduits, Electrical Connection and Grounding Details, Below Grade Conduit/Raceway Plans, and Control Building Equipment, Cable Tray, Lighting, Grounding Plans and Sections.

  • Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.

  • Conduct walkdowns at client substation facilities.

Qualifications

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

Education/Experience Requirements:

  • An Associate’s Degree in Drafting, and/or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma and 3 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.

  • A minimum of 8 years of substation physical design experience.

  • Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.

  • Familiar with Bentley Substation Design.

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

Valued Knowledge/Skills:

  • An Associates 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

$68,325 - $104,385

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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CityRemote

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestDesign and Drafting

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2026-28764

Business GroupGrid Group

DepartmentPhysical Design

How this job compares

Set against the 427 open Drafting jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$68–104K/yr
  • US median$68–104K/yr180 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $86K, is close to the US median midpoint ($86K) — in the middle half of Drafting salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 427 open Drafting jobs across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 8 years of experience; Drafting postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (307 postings).
Education
12 of the 427 open Drafting jobs (3%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 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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