Kimley-Horn · 17 hours ago
Substation Physical Designer
Plymouth Meeting, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expKimley-Horn is seeking a Substation Physical Designer to join their Power Delivery team in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The role involves designing and preparing various substation drawings, coordinating with multiple disciplines, and ensuring quality control in design packages.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the design and preparation of the following substation drawings:
Substation one-lines and three-lines
Station general arrangements and sections
Electrical details
Grounding plan and details
Conduit plan and details
Control cubicle layout, sections, cable tray, lighting, and grounding
Low-voltage AC panels
Grounding
Lightning protection
Illumination
Development of bills of materials and general arrangements from substation one-line diagrams
Coordination with protection and controls, civil/structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables
Participation in client meetings and site visits for data gathering, as required
Interpretation and incorporation of vendor information into design deliverables
Application of client standards related to the work
Performing and ensuring the company’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are followed for all design packages
Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
Qualification
Required
8+ years of relevant experience in Substation Physical design
High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)
Knowledge of substation design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of technical drawings and models
Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products
Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
Ability to work independently and with a team
Willingness to mentor and teach others
Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter
Benefits
Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Company
Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms.
5001-10000 employees
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