Senior Substation Physical Designer
Job Location:
Oak Brook, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Nexus Engineering Group is employee-owned full-service and built by the people who do the work. As a Senior Substation Physical Designer youll lead the physical design that turns high-voltage substation projects into constructible reality.
Youll lead the physical design of high-voltage substation projects developing and directing deliverables such as general arrangement drawings elevations and section views grounding systems below-grade design conduit and cable routing bus arrangements and equipment placement. As a technical leader youll coordinate across disciplines support project execution mentor developing engineers and make sure every design package that leaves your desk is complete accurate and constructible.
Youll own a piece of what you build. Nexus is employee-owned through our ESOP so the value you help create comes back to you not just outside shareholders. We give senior engineers real ownership of the work and a voice in how its done.
What you can expect:
- Employee ownership (ESOP) build equity in the firm as it grows
- Ownership of high-voltage substation physical design from general arrangement to constructible package
- A senior seat provide technical leadership check others work and mentorship
- Full-service EPCm exposure from concept through startup across a diverse client base
- Career paths that grow with you toward technical leadership project management or discipline leadership
- Flexible work arrangements where business needs allow
- Lead the physical design and execution of high-voltage substation projects new stations upgrades expansions and modernization efforts.
- Develop and oversee physical design deliverables: general arrangement drawings elevations section views grounding layouts below-grade design conduit and cable routing and equipment placement.
- Direct grounding design bus arrangements conduit systems and equipment layouts for your project scopes.
- Apply advanced engineering principles client specifications and industry standards to produce high-quality design packages.
- Coordinate with protection & controls civil and structural engineers designers drafters project managers clients and vendors for cohesive execution.
- Review and check deliverables for technical accuracy constructability completeness and compliance with project requirements.
- Provide technical leadership guidance and mentorship to junior engineers designers and technical staff.
- Support project planning scheduling budgeting and progress reporting and resolve technical challenges while protecting quality safety and schedule.
- Foster strong client relationships through responsive communication sound engineering judgment and reliable project execution.
Required Qualifications
- Associate Degree in a technical discipline or equivalente technical experience.
- 6 years of experience in substation engineering power delivery or electrical design.
- Advanced knowledge of substation physical design layouts grounding systems conduit and cable routing equipment placement and constructible drawing development.
- Strong working knowledge of IEEE (including IEEE Std. 80 for grounding) ANSI NEC and NESC standards.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD MicroStation or similar engineering design platforms.
- Demonstrated experience leading engineering tasks or project scopes.
- Strong communication coordination and problem-solving skills.
- A valid drivers license and the ability to travel between project and substation sites as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading physical design for utility industrial renewable energy or EPC substation projects.
- Experience performing engineering reviews or formal checking of design packages.
- Familiarity with client-specific utility standards and documentation requirements.
- Experience with Substation Design Suite (SDS) Inventor WinIGS CDEGS or similar engineering tools.
- Construction support and field engineering experience.
This position is performed in a combination of office and active project-site environments. This role may require:
- Frequent travel to project and substation sites some not accessible by public transportation (a valid drivers license is required)
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation with or without reasonable accommodation
- Field visits that may involve exposure to weather energized electrical equipment noise and heavy equipment; required PPE must be worn on site
- The ability to walk uneven terrain and access outdoor substation yards and elevated or confined areas with or without reasonable accommodation
The posted salary range represents the anticipated base pay for this position in accordance with applicable pay-transparency requirements and may vary based on experience qualifications skills certifications work location and market conditions.
In addition to base pay eligible employees may receive:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) an ownership stake and a share in the long-term success of Nexus
- Medical dental and vision coverage plus life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match and discretionary bonus opportunities
- Paid time off holidays and paid parental leave
- Professional development and career advancement training certifications licensure support tuition assistance and mentorship
- Wellness benefits and a flexible schedule where business needs allow
About Nexus Engineering Group
Nexus Engineering Group a distinguished independent full-service engineering procurement and construction management (EPCm) firm provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.
At Nexus you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment making it a place where youll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity dedication and relentless focus on achieving client goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation
Nexus Engineering Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process please contact us at emailprotected.
Sponsorship & Work Authorization
Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind including CPT OPT or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action filing or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment.
ThirdParty Agency Notice
Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved thirdparty partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
About Nexus Engineering Group Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and ... View more
