Utilize CAD in 2D or 3D to create drawings
Gather information from manufacturers and vendors drawings for substation design
Create general arrangement from one-line diagram
Create plans and elevations from general arrangement
Prepare preliminary foundation plan
Create grounding plan and conduit/trench plan from general arrangement
Create bill of material and populate plans and elevations with corresponding call-outs
Create grounding and conduit details and associated bill of material
Create conduit schedules
Coordinate the physical design with civil, steel structures and foundations designs
Complete drawings from conceptual development, design phases, construction, to as-built
Provide drafting support on other disciplines drawings
Provide technicians and designers with design sketches for preparation of finished design drawings, and guidance in refining technical requirements
Assist in the training of other technicians and designers
Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Minimum of 10 years relevant design experience.
Certificate or Associates degree in CADD, drafting, engineering technology or related field.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microstation.
Autodesk Inventor and/or Bentley Substation 3D software knowledge is a plus.
Excellent communication, collaboration and coordination skills with drafting and engineering.
Good understanding of what is required for project set-up and start-up.
A thorough understanding of the physical design package and how changes in each drawing will carry through to other drawings and disciplines.
RUS design guide – General overall knowledge of voltage levels, ampacity, fault current, typical station layouts, bus arrangements & protection schemes.
Thorough knowledge of bus configuration types and purposes.
Thorough knowledge of common major equipment applications, types, ratings, manufacturers, specifications and installation requirements.
Thorough knowledge of common conductors, hardware, fasteners and assemblies including application, types, ratings, manufacturers, specifications and installation, testing and commissioning requirements.
Good understanding of steel structures and foundations used in substations.
Thorough understanding of construction & maintenance methods, requirements, sequences and limitations.
Highly proficient in the CAD Technician role including QA/QC procedures.

Substation Physical CADD Designer

Key skills