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Substation Physical Design Engineer 2

Johnson Service Group

Birmingham, AL

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
3D Design, 3D Modeling, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Communication Skills, Construction, Customer Relations, Distribution Operations, Document Management, Electrical Components, Electrical Design, Electrical Power Systems, Electrical Substation, Electrical Utility, Electricity, Engineering Drawing, High School Diploma, Internet/Online Service, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Multitasking, National Electrical Code, OSHA, On Site Support, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Progress Reports, Project/Program Management, Reimbursement, Requirements Management, Safety Codes, Safety/Work Safety, Switchgear, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Birmingham, AL
POSTED
1 day ago
Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is currently looking for a heavily experienced and/or degreed Substation Physical Design Engineer to fill a contract position in Birmingham, AL. 


JOB DESCRIPTION
 
  • This position is responsible for creating design drawings in 2D or 3D for our client’s Transmission and Distribution electrical Substations and supporting the company’s design criteria and standardization efforts.
  • The Designer will produce engineering drawings using AutoCAD, AutoDesk 3D Inventor or Autodesk Map 3D (P4A), produce specifications and material requirements for substation projects with emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and costs.
  • To further detail, the job responsibilities include the creation/modification of scaled 2D drawings and 3D models designing the physical aspects of electrical substations, including but not limited to Foundation Layouts, Grounding Layouts, Conduit Layouts, Switchgear Assembly Layouts, Substation Layouts, Switch House Layouts, Electrical Bus Design, etc.
  • The designer will specify and order material for electrical substation design packages, including stock, non-stock and shop fabricated material.
  • The Designer will transmit drawing packages and supporting specifications using the Transmission Engineering job transmittal program.
  • The Designer will coordinate and communicate with engineers and other departments associated with electrical Substation Design.
  • The Designer will interact with manufacturers, vendors, and the company committee members to resolve equipment and material issues.
  • The Designer must provide support to the OPCO’s Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management and Substation Maintenance.
  • This position will require site visits for projects, including pre-construction meetings, during construction and post construction.
  • Some overnight travel will be required.
  • This position will be located in Birmingham, AL


JOB QUALIFICATIONS


EDUCATION 
 
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology degree -OR- • Associate Degree with at least 5 years of related industry experience -OR- • High school diploma with significant related industry experience of at least 8 years

EXPERIENCE
 
  • Strong understanding of electrical substation equipment is preferred.
  • Experience in Transmission and /or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred.
  • Good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.
  • Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of the National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, and OSHA safe operating practices is preferred.
  • Ability to create electrical Substation Physical drawings from a single line or three line diagram is preferred.
  • Ability to create/manipulate 2D drawings and 3D models for electrical Substations.
  • Experience using 3D modeling software (SDS Inventor, Autodesk Inventor or Autodesk 3D (P4A) is preferred.
  • AutoCAD training or experience is preferred.
  • Experience working with document management & estimating systems preferred.
  • Experience using Primavera (P6), progress reporting software preferred.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
 
  • Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.
  • Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.
  • Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to develop and build relationships at all levels.
  • Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.
  • Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.
  • Must have the ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.
  • Must accurately enter weekly time and process business expense receipts promptly.
  • Must be able to envision equipment/materials and how they connect spatially inside three dimensional space.
  • Must be willing to travel (approximately 25%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service.


This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary.


JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.             
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About the Company

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Johnson Service Group

At JSG, We Understand People

It is our mission to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.

Since our start in 1984, we’ve worked hard to establish our present position as the most effective cross-industry staffing and consulting solution available.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with local offices throughout the United States and Canada, JSG proudly serves a diverse range of industries with the right solutions to help clients reach their company goals. Our client-centric approach enables us to create personalized solutions for businesses in need of top-tier talent.  Our dedication doesn’t stop at our clients. We strive to connect candidates with opportunities that match their skills and goals. More than just a go-between, we are a dependable bridge, uniting top talent with suitable opportunities, facilitating shared opportunities and growth.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1984
WEBSITE
https://www.jsginc.com/

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