Substation Physical Designer II/III

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States KDM ENGINEERING LLC Full time
Job DescriptionAt KDM Engineering LLC, we are seeking a highly skilled Substation Physical Designer II/III to join our team. As a key member of our substation design team, you will be responsible for designing substation layouts, sections, and elevations, as well as preparing related details and bills of material for medium and high voltage projects.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and preparation of plans, arrangements, control building layouts, section and elevation views, grounding plans, control building conduit and cable trays, bills of material, and raceway design.
  • Perform walkdowns and record conditions at client sites.
  • Interpret design inputs such as scope notes, one line diagrams, and studies to perform physical design scope.
  • Apply industry and client standards to a variety of designs.
  • Uphold KDM QA/QC procedures and practices.
  • Understand vendor cutsheets and specifications and how to incorporate them into design packages.
  • Proficient in researching design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing recommendations.
  • Ability to understand complex initiatives across multiple teams/platforms.
  • Quantitative and analytical skill set.
  • Proficient in understanding and utilizing CAD, CAD standards, and configuration practices.
  • Communication, both verbal and written, with project team.
  • Ability to multitask and adapt to changing demands.


Requirements:
  • 4+ years of prior industry experience in physical design.
  • Preferred experience with physical design related to utility transmission or distribution substations.
  • Proficient in the use of all software needed to produce quality electrical design drawings such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Microsoft Office programs.
  • Ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Must be able to interpret and analyze customer's electrical/schematics diagrams and cable tabulations.
  • General understanding of power engineering theories and principles.
  • Preferred associate degree in drafting or equivalent work experience.


Why Choose KDM Engineering LLC?

KDM Engineering LLC is a growing, award-winning, minority- and woman-owned professional engineering firm focusing on substation, electric, gas, site civil, and telecommunications engineering designs and support services. We are committed to delivering exceptional engineering designs, project management, and customer support services to each of our projects. Our team comes from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, bringing uniquely different and diverse perspectives to solving complex engineering problems.

We offer a competitive base salary, comprehensive benefits package, company-paid holidays, great work-life balance, fun and flexible work environment, and a culture that values your input. Join us in re-engineering the future, together



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