
Substation Civil, Structural Designer
Orbital Engineering, Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Prepares detailed drawings/models and bills of material for all phases of civil and structural steel designs for substation engineering projects, requiring the application of theoretical and practical design knowledge.
- Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material.
- Calculate structure heights and weights, concrete volumes, equipment fit up, or other basic tasks.
- Ensures project deliverables for technical quality, accuracy and compliance with Company and Client standards.
- Reviews and resolves design interferences or issues.
- Review and approve vendor drawings and designs.
- Conduct site visits to assess project needs and verify design feasibility.
- Provide technical support during construction phases.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in drafting and design is required.
- Proficiency in utilizing AutoCAD.
- Strong understanding of mathematics, including algebra and basic trigonometry.
- Basic knowledge of the major components of a substation.
- Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation.
- Must be an organized person who can keep data organized from start to finish on a project.
- Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses.
- Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software.
- Effective written and oral communication at all levels within an organizational structure.
- Must have dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance.
- Must be able to pass a fit for duty test.
- This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription drug
- 401(k)
- Supplemental insurance
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Hard skills
AutoCADmathematicsalgebratrigonometrydraftingdesigntechnical qualitycomplianceproject deliverablesvendor drawings
Soft skills
organizational skillscommunicationprioritizationproject managementproblem-solvingattention to detailteam collaborationtechnical supportsite assessmentinterpersonal skills
Certifications
Associate’s degree in drafting and designvalid driver’s license