Sr. Designer

Job Description

Immediate opening for a senior designer in the metro Atlanta area.

Summary:
The

Senior Designer

is primarily responsible for leading the development of complete mechanical and electrical control drawing packages for medium and high voltage electric utility substation equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the creation and development of comprehensive mechanical and electrical drawing packages for medium and high voltage substation equipment, including schematics, wiring diagrams (primary and secondary), general arrangement, assembly drawings, bill of materials, and support structures.
Ensure all designs comply with customer specifications, applicable industry standards (ANSI, IEEE, ASTM, ASCE, AWS, CSA, etc.), and company manufacturing capabilities.
Coordinate with staff and outsourced engineering to ensure structural sufficiency considering wind loading, seismic requirements, and short-circuit forces.
Make electrical calculations associated with the equipment such as ampacity and clearances.
Coordinate closely with electrical application engineers to ensure proper integration of components.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior designers, supporting their professional development and ensuring consistent design quality across the team.
Review and approve drawings produced by junior designers for accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with standards.
Support proposal activities by providing accurate design concepts and proposal quality drawings.
Lead design reviews and provide technical guidance during fabrication and assembly.
Troubleshoot and resolve fabrication, assembly, and field installation challenges in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Develop and maintain engineering standards, templates, and best practices.
Maintain project schedules and deliverables while upholding the highest standards of quality.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required:

Associates degree in applied science in Drafting Technology or Engineering design.
5 plus years of design of mechanical or electrical systems design of medium and high voltage substation equipment.
Strong understanding of electrical control systems, schematics, and interconnection diagrams for substation applications.
Highly proficient with Solidworks
Working knowledge of relevant industry standards including IEEE, ANSI, IEC, and NEMA.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects from concept through manufacturing release.
Salary : $65-$94K
Duration:

Permanent
Location:

Atlanta, GA

If you are interested or would like more information on this position, please click the apply button or contact me directly at:

tharvey@selectek.net or call me at (678) 802-6625

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Tony Harvey