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["Substation Designer II","Substation Designer II"]

  • $30–$50 Per Hour

Highlights

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s) your role will encompass the following: Preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage). Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced engineers and project teams on some of the industry's most complex and large-scale energy projects.
Michael Page International

Numbers & Facts

LocationRaleigh
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$30–$50 Per Hour
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

  • Support complex substation projects with real client and field impact
  • Visibility and ownership on projects with growth track to leadership
About Our Client

The client is a leading energy provider supporting critical power infrastructure projects across highand extrahighvoltage systems. They prioritize safety, quality, and compliance while investing in longterm system reliability, modernization, and collaborative partnerships to deliver complex substation solutions.

Job Description

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s) your role will encompass the following:
  • Preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage).
  • Preparation of calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.
  • Working with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
  • Developing design deliverables including one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA schemes, communications plans, substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, AC and DC systems calculations and sizing, and substation grounding.
  • Performing site visits during the design, construction and as-built phases of projects
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Essential Skills & Experience
  • Associate Degree in Drafting or equivalent technical experience.
  • 5+ years of substation physical design experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
  • Strong ability to visualize equipment details, phasetoground and phasetophase clearances.
  • Ability to multitask across multiple projects.
  • Strong 3D visualization ability without the use of computer tools.
Valued Knowledge / Skills
  • Associate Degree in ComputerAided Design.
  • Familiarity with Bentley Substation, Inventor SDS, and BlueBeam.
  • Experience with groundbased Lidar and converting pointcloud data to vector files.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles for producing technical plans, drawings, and models.
  • Understanding of engineering technology and how various equipment integrates within a technical design.
What's on Offer
  • Hourly pay between $30 and $50, depending on experience.
  • Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
  • A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Project Manager T&D to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
  • Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
  • Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
  • Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development.
  • Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced engineers and project teams on some of the industry's most complex and large-scale energy projects.


If you're ready to take on this rewarding role as a Substation Designer II in Raleigh, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact

Dom Delia

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JN-062026-7043872

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

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