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Substation Design Technician

HDR, Inc.
United States, North Carolina, Raleigh
3733 National Dr Ste 207 (Show on map)
Mar 25, 2025
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. HDR is looking for a Substation Design Technician to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals in our Raleigh, NC office. The primary duties of the Substation Design Technician include preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage) and substation systems to support engineers. The Substation Design Technician will work to perform substation design tasks, CADD design, develop design drawings and documents, modeling and/or analysis, prepare material lists, perform field reviews, communicate with Project Managers and Project Engineers, and perform other tasks for simple to moderately complex projects. Based upon experience, the Substation Design Technician can perform most design responsibilities without assistance on simple to moderately complex projects and may work independently but with some engineering guidance on complex projects. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency using Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and raster CAD. MicroStation proficiency and 3D experience is a plus. Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm or utility desired. Ability to work closely with engineering staff, and interface with client engineers, designers and document control staff. Experience in both the Protection and Control (Indoor) and Physical (Outdoor) aspects of High Voltage (HV) Substation design Knowledge and experience with substation P&C design including One Line Diagrams, General Arrangements Sections, Grounding & Conduit Plans, Foundation Plans, three-line diagrams, Relay and Control Systems Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Material Lists (BOM), and cable schedules. Understanding of client standards and ability to complete small projects and some complex tasks, exercise judgment in design criteria, evaluation, and design, subject to review by engineers. Ability to independently make design and engineering decisions for low to moderately complex projects with minimal oversight. Ability to work directly with clients. Preference given to candidates local to the Raleigh, NC area. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must. Required Qualifications Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools Experience with 3D Coordination tools Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Primary Location : United States-North Carolina-Raleigh Industry : Power Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Substation Engineering Job Posting : Mar 25, 2025