Substation Physical Design Engineer

EVS, Inc.

Substation Physical Design Engineer supporting the design and delivery of power infrastructure projects at EVS. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeEden Prairie • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $85,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and produce substation physical design drawings, calculations, and engineering documentation with limited supervision.
Create moderately complex drawings and support the development of engineering reports and project deliverables.
Review project requirements and contribute to the development of Basis of Design (BOD) documentation.
Perform design-related tasks supporting site layout, equipment placement, and overall constructability.
Support cross-disciplinary coordination and assist in submittal reviews to ensure alignment across engineering teams.
Review and apply state and local design codes and standards to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Perform quality checks on drawings, calculations, and reports prior to submission.
Participate in client meetings, support technical discussions and respond to engineering questions.
Draft professional client communications and contribute to resolving design challenges.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent and efficient project execution.
Track project milestones, deliverables, and deadlines to support successful project completion.
Assist in training and mentoring junior engineers on design tools, calculations, and engineering concepts.
Provide feedback to improve workflows, design quality, and team efficiency.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
2+ years of experience in substation design, physical design, or related power engineering work.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar drafting and design tools.
Strong understanding of substation physical design principles and engineering fundamentals.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable industry standards.
Familiarity with lighting and lightning protection design tools is a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate drawings and documentation.
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and disciplines.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate design challenges and propose solutions.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, take ownership, and support continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance (Medical through United Healthcare/UMR)
Dental and Vision Insurance
STD (Short-Term Disability) and LTD (Long-Term Disability) Insurance
Life Insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Paid Time Off
401k Match
Choice Benefit
Flexible Work Time
Performance-Based Bonus
Point-Based Recognition
Parental Benefits
Referral Bonus
Certification Bonus
Hybrid / Remote Culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

substation designphysical designengineering documentationdesign calculationsquality checksdesign principlesproblem-solving

Soft Skills

attention to detaileffective communicationcollaborationproactive mindsetability to manage multiple tasks

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering