Lead Substation Physical Designer

GE Vernova

Lead Substation Physical Designer developing BIM-enabled 3D and 2D HV substation designs for GE Vernova. Producing drawing packages, models, layouts, and bills of materials for power delivery projects.

Posted 8/28/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $89,300 - $148,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HV Substation physical design, including the production of detailed drawings and models using Revit and AutoCAD 3D. Proficient in managing BIM processes and ensuring compliance with electrical codes and standards throughout the project lifecycle.

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HV Substation Physical DesignAutodesk RevitAutoCAD 3DBIM Standards ComplianceUS Utility Substation Design Standards

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Hard Skills

HV Substation DesignElectrical Codes KnowledgeDetailed Drawing Production3D ModelingBill of Materials GenerationField Installation ExperienceMCAD SkillsISO 19650 KnowledgeElectrical Equipment KnowledgeQuality Assurance Processes

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsHighly OrganizedSelf-MotivatedCustomer-FocusedAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SDS NavisworksAutodesk Construction CloudWindchill ImagineCommon Data Environment (CDE)CreoE3DSolidWorksInventorIFC Exchange FormatDesign Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Power Delivery ProjectsBIM Execution PlansQuality ProceduresSubstation LayoutsTender StagesProject HandoverClash DetectionVirtual ConstructionDesign ReviewsElectrical Physical Drawings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Electrical Substation Project Engineers by producing timely, accurate drawing packages for complex power delivery projects and proposals
Produce general arrangements of AIS/GIS HV substations with control buildings
Develop plan views, elevations, equipment erection details, structural/electrical details, lightning, ground grid, foundation, tray/conduit/trough, and duct bank drawings
Generate detailed bills of materials
Develop 3D models using Revit or AutoCAD 3D for HV substations
Generate electrical physical 2D drawings
Develop HV physical designs from tender stages through project handover
Develop substation drawings using the NEC, NESC, and/or customer specifications
Develop detailed substation layouts and elevations from single-line diagrams and basic sketches
Develop detailed bills of material for substation power equipment, HV connectors, conduit/trough, and cable trays
Coordinate and interface with P&C, civil, and structural disciplines
Complete complex drawing packages with minimal or no supervision
Follow quality procedures and standard design processes
Review own work and the work of others
Update engineers and project managers on completion estimates and status
Implement BIM Execution Plans and related BIM use cases
Set up and work with a Common Data Environment (CDE)
Perform 3D model collaboration, auditing, clash detection meetings and reports, virtual construction, design and constructability reviews, augmented reality, georeferencing, and IFC exchanges
Manage BIM information data and ensure accuracy and completeness throughout the project lifecycle
Coordinate development and evolution of regional BIM models and processes, including procedures, conventions, templates, attributes, and LOD/LOI definitions
Drive standardization of tools and design practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology
Minimum 7 years of HV Substation physical design experience
Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards
Strong experience of US Utility substation design standards
Good technical knowledge of LV/MV/HV equipment and related accessories
Capable of producing HV substation general arrangements and installation details with minimum supervision
Extensive knowledge and experience of the latest version of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD 3D, SDS Navisworks, and software integrations
Good knowledge of ISO 19650 and other BIM standards
Experience in Autodesk Construction Cloud, including Docs, Design Collaboration, Model Coordination, Insight, and Build
Demonstrated MCAD skills, including general usage and tool configuration
Exposure to Creo, E3D, SolidWorks, Inventor, and IFC exchange format
General IT/IS background and PLM knowledge, including Windchill Imagine
Prior experience with field installation and construction
Highly organized and self-motivated with excellent communication skills
Ability to produce clear and simple documentation
Prior experience following quality assurance processes in a schedule-driven project environment
Customer-focused with ability to adapt to various customer standards
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development opportunities
No relocation assistance