KDM Engineering · 6 days ago
Substation Physical Designer II/III
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expKDM Engineering 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. They are seeking a Physical Designer II/III to be responsible for the design of substation layouts, sections/elevations, and related details for medium and high voltage projects, ensuring timely production through coordination with project teams and clients.
Civil EngineeringConsultingElectrical DistributionProject ManagementTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Design and preparation of:
Plans and Arrangements
Control Building Layouts
Section and Elevation Views
Grounding Plan and Details
Control Building conduit and cable trays
Bills of material
Raceway Design Including:
Yard Trough
Building Cable Trays
Above and Below Grade Conduits
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 practices of 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
Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the Design field
Qualification
Required
4+ years of prior industry experience in Physical design
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
Must be willing to comply with all pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification and background screening
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S
Possess a valid Driver's License
Preferred
Preferred experience with Physical design be related to utility transmission or distribution substations
Preferred associate degree in drafting or equivalent work experience
Benefits
Competitive Base Salary
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Company Paid Holidays
Great Work-Life Balance
Fun and Flexible Work Environment
Positive team environment
Competitive salaries
Flexible schedules
Growth opportunities
Training and professional development
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
Paid time-off.
Paid holidays.
Volunteer leave
Performance bonuses
HSA
Transit program
Parental and maternity leave
Supportive management
Culture engagement group
Professional development assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Quarterly team-building outings
Laidback office culture, including pool table, arcade games, and happy hour
Meditation space, nap room, and nursing mothers’ room
Company
KDM Engineering
KDM Engineering is a consulting firm that specializes in utilities, autocad, telecommunications, civil & distribution engineering services.
51-200 employees
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President/Founder
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