A physical (primary) designer is responsible for supporting Electrical Substation Project Engineers and producing timely accurate drawing packages for complex power delivery projects & proposals. Packages include general arrangements of AIS/GIS HV substations with control buildings, plan views and elevations, equipment erection details structural / electrical details, Lightning, ground grid and foundation drawings, tray/conduct/trough drawings, duct bank drawings, and detailed bill of materials.
As an experienced 3D Substation Physical Designer, you will develop 3D Models using Revit or Autocad 3d for HV Substations and generate electrical physical 2D drawings.
Strong knowledge of Revit to implement GE BIM strategy and processes in line with ISO-19650 and our customers BIM requirements.Job Description
Responsibilities:
- As an experienced 3d Substation modeler, you will be involved in developing HV physical designs from the tender stages until the project hand over
- Develop substation drawings using working knowledge of the NEC, NESC and/or customer specifications
- Develop detailed substation layouts / elevations from Single Line Diagrams and basic sketches
- Develop detailed bills of material for substation power equipment, HV connectors, conduit / trough, and cable trays
- Complete complex drawing packages with minimal/no supervision from sketches provided by others
- Perform thorough review checks of own work and the work of others
- Utilize his or her 3d Modeler experience to implement the BIM Execution Plans, use cases, setting up and working with a CDE, 3D Model Collaboration (internal & external), 3D Model Auditing, Clash Detection Meeting and Reports, Virtual Construction, Design & Constructability Reviews, Augmented Reality, georeferencing, IFC exchanges.
- Actively drive toward standardization of tools and design practices
Qualifications/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology.
- Minimum 7 years of HV Substation physical design experience.
- Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards
- Strong experience of US Utility substation design standards and good technical knowledge of LV/MV/HV equipment and related accessories.
- Capable to produce HV substation general arrangements and installation details with minimum supervision.
- Extensive knowledge and experience of the latest version of Autodesk Revit, Autocad 3D, SDS Navisworks and how it links to other softwares.
- Demonstrated MCAD skills, including general usage and tool configuration; exposure to several 3D engineering design tools (Creo, E3D, Solidworks, Inventor) and IFC exchange format.
For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between 105 300,00$ - 155 300,00$ CAD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including candidate’s experience, education and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus
This posting is for an existing vacancy
Additional InformationGE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 06, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering technology
- Minimum 7 years of HV substation physical design experience
- Strong knowledge of Autodesk Revit (latest version) and ability to implement BIM per ISO-19650
- Extensive experience with AutoCAD 3D and SDS Navisworks
- Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards (NEC, NESC) and US utility substation design standards
- Ability to produce HV substation general arrangements, installation details, and bills of material with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated MCAD skills and exposure to Creo, E3D, SolidWorks, Inventor and IFC exchange format
- Experience implementing BIM Execution Plans, CDE workflows, clash detection, model auditing and IFC exchanges
- Legal authorization to work in the United States (for U.S.-based applicants)
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.
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