AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Best Practices, Brownfield Redevelopment, Calendar Management, Construction, Design Services, Detail Oriented, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Engineering Drawing, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Industry Standards, Leadership, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Multitasking, Power Engineering, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Technical/Engineering Design, Transportation Routing
Lead Physical Substation DesignerJoin a growing power delivery engineering team delivering critical transmission and substation infrastructure projects that support grid modernization, reliability, renewable integration, and long-term utility expansion. This team partners with major utilities, EPC firms, and developers across North America to execute complex substation programs from concept through energization.Lead physical design execution for greenfield and brownfield substations supporting transmission and utility infrastructure projects.Develop and oversee substation physical packages including:General arrangement drawingsElectrical equipment layoutsSection and elevation viewsControl house layoutsRaceway and conduit plansGrounding plans and detailsCable routing and cable schedulesStructural loading and equipment interfacesCoordinate physical design for AIS and GIS substations ranging from 34.5kV-765kV.Produce and review detailed design deliverables using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.Support transformer placement, bus configurations, line exits, and constructability reviews.Interface with engineers, project managers, construction teams, and utility clients to maintain alignment on scope, schedule, and technical requirements.Perform QA/QC reviews and maintain compliance with utility and industry standards.Lead multidisciplinary coordination with civil, structural, P&C, and transmission line teams.Review vendor drawings and incorporate equipment requirements into final design packages.Support field activities including site visits, constructability reviews, RFIs, and as-built updates.Mentor junior and mid-level designers and establish drafting and design best practices.Support estimating, scheduling, and resource planning for physical design activities.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.A successful Lead Physical Substation Designer should have:Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting, Engineering, or related field preferred.8+ years of substation physical design experience within utility, consulting, or EPC environments.Demonstrated experience designing substations from 69kV-500kV+ preferred.Strong understanding of: Physical substation layout and equipment arrangementRaceway and grounding designUtility construction practicesElectrical clearances and constructabilityExperience with: AutoCADMicroStationBentley Substation (preferred)BluebeamFamiliarity with utility and industry standards including: NESCIEEENECUtility client specificationsPrior experience leading teams and coordinating across multiple projects preferred.Competitive hourly pay between $75 and $85, based on experience and qualifications.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.If you are a motivated and detail-oriented Lead Physical Substation Designer looking for an exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply today!Contact Lauren Just Quote job ref JN-072026-7053529Sector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Engineering Design and R&DIndustry: Energy & Natural ResourcesLocation: St. LouisContract Type: TemporaryConsultant name: Lauren JustJob Reference: JN-072026-7053529Job Nature: Hybrid workingM
Michael Page International
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.
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