Substation Designer - AutoCAD Electrical

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2 Locations
Hybrid
5-8 Annually
Mid level
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The Role
The Designer is responsible for creating detailed designs and drawings for electrical distribution projects, requiring visits to client sites and adherence to relevant codes and standards.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Designer is responsible for design and drafting services that meet the utility client’s requirements and expectations while conforming to appropriate Codes and Standards for the associated project. Detailed designs and drawings include:
 
· Substation Layouts
· Wiring Diagrams
· Power & Electrical Distribution
· Electrical One-Line Diagrams
· Schematics
· Interconnection diagrams
· Plans-Lighting, Grounding, Power, Heat Tracing, etc.
· Conduit/Cable Schedules
· Electrical Details
 
The Designer should be aware that the design process includes visiting clients’ facilities and performing physical work such as walking, standing, climbing ladders and lifting.

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent
  • Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical, required
  • 3-5 years of substation electrical design/drafting experience & skilled in standard drafting practices
  • Knowledge of or proficient in field investigations and measurements
  • Familiarity with utility and client-specific standards
  • Working knowledge of or familiarity with Microsoft Office products
  • Strong attention to detail and performing self-checking of work
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to travel to client sites as needed

Competitive Benefits

Learn more about our competitive benefits in detail.

Why Nexus?

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualifies individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require and accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected]

Sponsorship & Work Authorization

Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment. 

Third‑Party Agency Notice

Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.

Skills Required

  • Associate Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent
  • Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical
  • 3-5 years of substation electrical design/drafting experience
  • Knowledge of or proficient in field investigations and measurements
  • Familiarity with utility and client-specific standards
  • Working knowledge of or familiarity with Microsoft Office products
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The Company
HQ: Cleveland, OH
186 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

Nexus Engineering Group is a full-service, independent engineering firm focused on supporting clients’ specific project goals from concept to startup. With more than a dozen years of proven engineering and design successes, Nexus is the preferred engineering firm of choice when seeking integrity and expertise. Nexus performs best when faced with complex and demanding projects in the refining, petroleum midstream, chemical, manufacturing and utilities industries. Our teams have the talent and moxie to tackle all sizes of projects for local and international clients seeking to design, build, and construct highly technical and functional facilities. With more than 200 professionals that you’ll genuinely like working with, Nexus is more than just your typical engineering firm. Clients come to us for our expertise, creativity, passion, and relentless focus on their goals.

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