Staff Engineering Technician - Substation
System One
Ann Arbor, MI
Staff Engineering Technician – Civil/Substation Design
Location: Overland Park, KS – Houston, TX – Ann Arbor, MI
Work Arrangement: Onsite, 5 days per week (local candidates only)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Staff Engineering Technician to support civil design and drafting efforts for electrical substation and grid infrastructure projects. This role will focus on the development of site drainage, grading, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical drafting skills, advanced Civil 3D experience, and prior exposure to substation or utility-related projects. This position works closely with engineering and design teams to produce high-quality technical deliverables in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and modify technical drawings and design deliverables for civil/site components of substation projects
Create site grading, drainage, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or MicroStation
Support engineering teams in producing accurate construction documents and project packages
Utilize CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling tools to prepare and maintain technical documentation
Apply established engineering standards, codes, and design practices
Perform design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, and estimates
Review project requirements and ensure deliverables meet applicable codes and standards
Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams to exchange project information
Assist with document control processes and quality assurance reviews
Provide technical guidance to junior technicians as needed
Support field activities and plant start-up efforts when required
Required Skills & Experience
Advanced experience with Autodesk Civil 3D – including proposed grading surfaces and civil plan development
Prior experience supporting electrical grid or substation projects
Strong understanding of civil design principles, standards, and construction documentation
Ability to interpret engineering inputs and translate them into accurate technical drawings
Experience with MicroStation is a plus
Knowledge of CAD standards, document control, and design workflows
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project schedules
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of related engineering technician or civil design experience
Diploma or certificate in drafting, design, or related field required
Associate Degree in Drafting, Engineering Design, or related technology preferred
Ability to pass pre-employment screening, including background check and drug screening
Additional Information
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
Work will be performed onsite at one of the listed office locations
Full-time schedule: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
If you are an experienced Civil Engineering Technician with strong Civil 3D skills and substation project experience, we encourage you to apply!
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About the Company
System One
Every day, System One focuses on services and solutions that require a high degree of specialization, in-demand technical skills, and large-scale operational expertise. We are essential partners to those on the front lines of our nation’s most critical infrastructure, technology, and life sciences initiatives.
Founded more than 40 years ago as a staffing partner to the engineering industry, today System One is a diversified organization operating in over 50 locations and putting more than 9,000 people to work in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.