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Account Manager - Public Sector

Santa Barbara, CA · Remote

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote distribution in Santa Barbara, CA is $48.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.80 and $57.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote Distribution job involves managing the flow of goods, services, or digital products from a remote location. Responsibilities may include coordinating shipments, tracking inventory, processing orders, or overseeing digital content distribution. These roles often require strong organizational and communication skills, as well as familiarity with logistics software or digital platforms. Remote Distribution jobs are common in industries like e-commerce, supply chain management, and digital media.

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Substation Physical Designer - REMOTE

ICF

Santa Barbara, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

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Job description

Title: Substation Physical Designer - Remote

Location: Remote US

Ready to make a difference?

ICF is seeking a Substation Physical Designer to support execution of distribution substation projects at voltages from 12kV to 69kV with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients. While the core responsibilities will center on distribution-level projects, involvement in transmission substation projects above 69kV can also be expected.

We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are seeking passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.

Why you will love working here:

  • Quality of life: Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance

  • Investment in the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities

  • Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

The Ideal Candidate

You are a highly motivated designer who takes pride in the services you provide. You ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met. You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work out of your home without supervision. You always strive to expand your knowledge and improve work processes to increase quality and efficiency. You are an active member of the team that works well with others and prioritizes the goals of the group. You enjoy taking on new responsibilities and learning new skill sets whenever needed.

What you will be doing:

  • Responsibilities include, but are not limited, the design and preparation of substation drawings that include:

    • Substation One Line and Three Line

    • Station General Arrangements & Sections

    • Grounding Plan & Details

    • Conduit Plan & Details

    • Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding

    • Low-Voltage AC Panels

    • Protective Schemes

    • Substation Relay One Lines and Three Lines

    • AC/DC Schematics

    • Substation Panel Layouts

    • Substation Wiring Diagram and Cable Schedule

    • SCADA and Communication Diagrams

  • Development of Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria

  • Coordination with physical, protection & controls, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables

  • Participate in client meetings and perform site visits for data gathering as required

  • Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables

  • Apply client standards related to the work

  • Perform/ensure company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages

  • Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance

  • Mentor and guide junior designers

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

  • An associate's degree in Drafting/Design or related field. (One year of experience in drafting course work or equivalent technical experience may be substituted for one year of education.)

  • 2+ years of experience in substation design with Inventor 3D, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and MicroStation

What we would like you to have (preferred skills):

  • Associate's degree in Computer Aided Design

  • Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

  • Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel

  • Knowledge of substation design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical drawings and models.

  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to technical design.

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Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEOpolicy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please emailCandidateaccommodation@icf.comand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance atcandidateaccommodation@icf.com. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.


Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$81,147.00 - $151,744.00California Remote Office (CA99)

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