Substation Designer I

About Ampirical

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Why Ampirical?

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Salary Range

: $54,000 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)

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Profit-Sharing Bonus

: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)

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Day-One Benefits

: Medical, Dental, Vision

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401(k)

with 4% match and immediate vesting

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PTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays

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Flexible Work Schedule

: Every other Friday off

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Career Development

: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement

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Perks

: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Division Overview

Ampirical’s Substation Engineering Division has recognized national expertise in the planning and design of new substations and high voltage electrical substations and switchyards. The mixture of our talents to offer all aspects of substation/switchyard design services, our trained resources to get the job done, and technical knowledge allows us to design a multitude of solutions to fit the client’s need.

Job Summary

The Substation Designer is responsible for the detailed design of electric systems and components for Substation Facilities in accordance with applicable industry codes and standards.

Who You Are

- Technology Degree in Civil Engineering

- Experience creating grading and drainage design drawings using Civil 3D

- Experience creating foundation and steel drawings

- Ability to create Bill of Materials (BOM)

- Proficient in utilizing a Computer-Aided Drafting program such as Autocad Civil 3D.

- Autocad, MicroStation, Navis Works, etc. are a plus

- Basic knowledge of the latest computer operating systems, spreadsheets, and databases (MS Word/Excel skills)

- Ability to effectively communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests

- Teamwork oriented attitude

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

- Prepare design drawing packages including grading and drainage, erosion and sediment control, and access roads for electrical substations on power generation projects using Civil 3D based on direction of Engineer.

- Provide the foundation and structural steel detail drawings for electrical substations.

- Coordinate with project team by utilizing the Project Database; report project progression updates and or issues to Lead Engineer/Designer as required.

- Assist in the review of designs for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.

- Help create guidelines, checklists, or other applicable knowledge base documents as assigned.

- Collaborate with team members in design and drafting techniques to challenge abilities; provide constructive feedback to aid in employee development.

- Collaborate with various discipline and subsidiary groups to provide expertise and support business needs.

- Assist in completion of as-builts by utilizing RFIs, ECNs, and red-marked drawings from construction to develop “Conformed to Construction Records” as required.

- Participate in project and layout meetings; coordinate and assist in activities of project team members.

- Assist with 3D modeling, ensuring correct reference files are attached and model reference directory is up to date; develop 3D models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills.

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.