GFT · 2 weeks ago
Physical Designer (Substation)
Marlton, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expGFT is a privately held AEC firm specializing in innovative solutions for energy infrastructure. They are seeking a Physical Substation Designer to be responsible for the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects, ensuring project safety, cost, quality, and reliability.
ConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingFacilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementInfrastructureTransportationWater
Hiring Manager
Gayle Byers RACR
Responsibilities
Design and execution of high-voltage substations projects in the 34.5kV – 500kV range with an emphasis on project safety, cost, quality and reliability
Generate designs and detailed engineering deliverables working under the supervision of lead engineer
Detail physical aspects of the engineering design such as general arrangement, elevation, grounding and conduit drawings
Complete basic engineering calculations related to engineering deliverables
Follow specific instructions of supervisor or engineers to perform the more complex design assignments requiring application of standard design principles and practices
Use standard CAD tools to create drawings and related deliverables
Perform detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications
Inspect completed installations and observe operations, to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards
Oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time and within budget
Prepare and study technical drawings and specifications of electrical systems, to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements
Travel to job sites for job assessment and data gathering as needed. Return to the office with sufficient field notes to complete project design
Qualification
Required
3+ years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D designing experience
Expertise in the use of computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation
Thorough knowledge of the following codes, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code(NEC), Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers(IEEE), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and Design Guide for Rural Substations
Ability to review and coordinate vendor submittals to ensure compliance with design parameters
Knowledge of substation phase spacing and electrical clearance requirements for live conductors, switch components, and bus supports
Ability to develop and review a complete set of construction documents (layouts, elevations, details, grounding plans and details, trench and conduit plans and details, single line diagrams, etc.) based upon project/client specification with little or no supervision
Ability to create control enclosure layout, cable tray layout and details, and conduit drawings
Knowledge of substation voltages, MV, HV, EHV
Ability to develop and design substation duct bank
Ability to interpret engineering calculations and studies and apply same to design requirements
Ability to apply project schedules to complete tasks in a timely manner and within project budget
Thorough knowledge of substation structures and equipment including connectors, insulators, switches, and all types of conductors and how they interconnect
Knowledge in substation construction and/or commissioning techniques and industry standards
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Proficiency to sketch single line diagrams, layouts, general arrangements, conduit plans, trench plans, grounding plans and other design documents with little or no oversight
Preferred
Experience in the energy industry or a consulting services environment
Skilled in 3D Modeling
Benefits
Full benefits
Valuable work/life balance
Company
GFT
GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
2023-03-07Debt Financing
2023-01-09Private Equity
Leadership Team
Art Barrett
Senior Vice President
John Derr
Executive Vice President
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