EVS, Inc.

Substation Physical Design Engineer

EVS, Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Eden Prairie • Minnesota • United States

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Salary

💰 $85,000 - $120,000 per year

About the role

  • 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

  • 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
  • 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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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