Quanta Services, Inc. · 3 months ago
Designer - Substation
US-OR-Portland
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expQuanta Services, Inc. is a leading specialty contractor in North America focused on energy infrastructure solutions. The Designer – Substation will support substation design projects by performing routine 2D/3D design tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards while collaborating with engineers and drafting teams.
ConstructionCRMEnergyInformation TechnologyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Work on design aspects from project inception to completion on various substation projects
Utilize 3D and/or smart design software for substation design
Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship
Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work
Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material
Learn and properly use the document management system and suggest improvements
Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices
Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the stakeholders
Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates degree in Drafting & Design or equivalent certification is preferred. A 4-year Eng Tech degree is a plus
Experience in drafting disciplines with a background in substation design is highly preferred
Minimum of 4 years' experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed CAD/design for high voltage substation projects. More experience could result in a higher-level position
Experience with 3D and/or smart design software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, SDS, etc.) is preferred
Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software
Extensive knowledge of various CAD programs
Basic knowledge of the major components of a substation
Basic oral and written communications
Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation
Working in a team environment
Communicating effectively with co-workers
Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment
Preferred
Proficiency with CAD platforms—including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Map 3D, Inventor, and Substation Design Suite (SDS) for Physical and/or P&C applications
Benefits
Competitive salary – overtime is available.
Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
Professional development opportunities.
Company
Quanta Services, Inc.
Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR) is the leading specialty contractor with the largest and highly trained skilled workforce in North America, providing fully integrated solutions for the electric power, pipeline, industrial, and communications industries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.96BKey Investors
First Reserve Corporation
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2002-12-24Post Ipo Equity· $72.9M
Leadership Team
Kenneth M. Mercado
EVP, Electric Utilities
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