Substation Designer - P&C
Middleton, WI · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Middleton, WI · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
$65K - $90K/yr
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
$65K - $90K/yr
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Charlotte, NC · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Charlotte, NC · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Middleton, WI · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Middleton, WI · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Austin, TX · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Austin, TX · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Mesa seeks a Physical Substation Designer who will be responsible for the design of deliverables ... Perform careful self checking activities to ensure the quality of work before it is presented to ...
Mesa seeks a Physical Substation Designer who will be responsible for the design of deliverables ... Perform careful self checking activities to ensure the quality of work before it is presented to ...
Substation Designer - P&C
$65K - $90K/yr
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
$65K - $90K/yr
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Westminster, CO · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Substation Designer - P&C
Westminster, CO · On-site
The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare ... Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or ...
Senior Protection & Controls Substation Designer - Remote Location: Remote (U.S.-based) Type ... Quality Assurance: Perform self-checks and verify drawing integrity before submission for ...
Senior Protection & Controls Substation Designer - Remote Location: Remote (U.S.-based) Type ... Quality Assurance: Perform self-checks and verify drawing integrity before submission for ...
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Junior Substation Designer for our Minneapolis, MN ... Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of ...
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Junior Substation Designer for our Minneapolis, MN ... Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of ...
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Junior Substation Designer for our Minneapolis, MN ... Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of ...
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Junior Substation Designer for our Minneapolis, MN ... Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of ...
Substation Physical Designer
Lake Mary, FL · On-site
$65K - $90K/yr
Due to continued growth, our Power Delivery group is seeking a Substation Designer - Physical ... Must be self-driven in time management to meet deadlines and provide accurate deliverables, with ...
Substation Physical Designer
Lake Mary, FL · On-site
$65K - $90K/yr
Due to continued growth, our Power Delivery group is seeking a Substation Designer - Physical ... Must be self-driven in time management to meet deadlines and provide accurate deliverables, with ...
Senior Substation Designer
Houston, TX · On-site
$97K - $104K/yr
This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges. In the role of Senior Substation Designer, we'll count on you to: * Work ...
Senior Substation Designer
Houston, TX · On-site
$97K - $104K/yr
This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges. In the role of Senior Substation Designer, we'll count on you to: * Work ...
Senior Substation Designer
$97K - $104K/yr
This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges. In the role of Senior Substation Designer, we'll count on you to: * Work ...
Senior Substation Designer
$97K - $104K/yr
This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges. In the role of Senior Substation Designer, we'll count on you to: * Work ...
Substation Protection & Controls Designer
Lake Mary, FL · On-site
$65K - $90K/yr
Due to continued growth, our Power Delivery group is seeking a Substation Designer - Protection ... Must be self-driven in time management to meet deadlines and provide accurate deliverables, with ...
Substation Protection & Controls Designer
Lake Mary, FL · On-site
$65K - $90K/yr
Due to continued growth, our Power Delivery group is seeking a Substation Designer - Protection ... Must be self-driven in time management to meet deadlines and provide accurate deliverables, with ...
The ideal candidate is a self-driven designer with strong technical skills, experience in substation design standards and industry practices, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast ...
The ideal candidate is a self-driven designer with strong technical skills, experience in substation design standards and industry practices, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast ...
The ideal candidate is a self-driven designer with strong technical skills, experience in substation design standards and industry practices, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast ...
The ideal candidate is a self-driven designer with strong technical skills, experience in substation design standards and industry practices, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast ...
The ideal candidate is a self-driven designer with strong technical skills, experience in substation design standards and industry practices, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast ...
The ideal candidate is a self-driven designer with strong technical skills, experience in substation design standards and industry practices, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast ...
The Electrical Substation Designer II is responsible for the technical execution of substation ... Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player. * Ability to interact ...
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The Electrical Substation Designer II is responsible for the technical execution of substation ... Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player. * Ability to interact ...
The Electrical Substation Designer II is responsible for the technical execution of substation ... Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player. * Ability to interact ...
The Electrical Substation Designer II is responsible for the technical execution of substation ... Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player. * Ability to interact ...
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Westwood Professional Services rating
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Job description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Substation Designer - P&C
Westwood Professional Services, Inc.
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a collaborative, detail orientated Substation Designer (CAD Technician) to join a growing energy consulting firm. The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare schematic and associated wiring diagrams for high voltage utility substations projects and renewable energy interconnections. The position would require the employee to work with engineers and consultants to create these drawings. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Requirements
About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)
At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.
We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.
We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.
Join us in creating a better world.
In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.
Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Full-time
Description
Substation Designer - P&C
Westwood Professional Services, Inc.
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a collaborative, detail orientated Substation Designer (CAD Technician) to join a growing energy consulting firm. The Substation Designer would work with our growing Substation Engineering Team to prepare schematic and associated wiring diagrams for high voltage utility substations projects and renewable energy interconnections. The position would require the employee to work with engineers and consultants to create these drawings. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Computer aided design and drafting of all engineering products and deliverables.
- Collaborate with engineers and other drafters to correct discrepancies in drawings and designs.
- Typical CAD Design is that of functional electrical drawings as shown below.
- Operations Diagrams
- Single Line Drawings
- Three Line Drawings
- Current and Potential Schematics
- Protection and Control Schematics
- Communication Schematics
- Alarm Schematics
- Associated Wiring Diagrams (Point to Point Translation)
- Importation of tables and calculations such as BOMs as well as creating notes to be applied to each drawing.
- Self-checks all work performed to ensure its accuracy prior to turning it over to the supervisor or designee assigned to review the work.
- Understand & meet project schedule, and quality requirements.
- Complete drawings accurately and efficiently.
- Detailed and quality oriented.
- Able to handle multiple projects concurrently and maintain flexibility to changes in work assignments as changes occur in projects.
- Actively assist in the delivery of a complete project. This may include phone or e-mail correspondence, Microsoft Teams communications, attending meetings, and other project documents required for project completion.
- Provide interdepartmental support as required.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Design & Drafting Technology or related field of study.
- Minimum of 3 yrs. of CAD experience, AutoCAD experience preferred.
- Previous experience drafting schematic and associated wiring drawings for high voltage utility substations projects is required.
About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)
At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.
We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.
We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.
Join us in creating a better world.
In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.
Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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About Westwood Professional Services
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Industry
Engineering professional services
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Plano, TX, US
Year founded
1972