[Remote] Senior Designer/Drafter- Substations

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. They are seeking a Senior Designer/Drafter- Substations who will produce and review CAD drawings, coordinate design standards, and support all phases of substation projects from conceptual layouts to construction-ready deliverables. Responsibilities • Develop detailed schematics for AC/DC systems, control circuits, and relay logic • Draft single-line, three-line, and interconnection diagrams • Create wiring diagrams for control panels, relay racks, and equipment terminations • Integrate SCADA, RTU, and communication system layouts • Coordinate with engineers to ensure accurate relay settings and device configurations • Produce substation layout drawings including plan views, elevation views, and section details • Draft conduit and cable routing plans, grounding layouts, and equipment arrangements • Prepare foundation and structural support drawings in coordination with civil/structural teams • Generate bill of materials (BOM), cable schedules, and panel schedules • Apply client-specific drafting standards and ensure consistency across deliverables • Perform quality checks and redline reviews of drawings from junior designers • Collaborate with engineers to resolve design issues and incorporate field markups • Maintain organized drawing sets and revision control throughout the project lifecycle Skills • Associate degree or technical diploma in drafting/design or related field • 8+ years of experience in substation design, with emphasis on both physical and P&C drafting • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar CAD platforms • Familiarity with NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and utility drafting standards • Strong understanding of electrical components including breakers, transformers, relays, and control systems • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and vendor documents • Excellent organizational and communication skills • Experience mentoring junior drafters and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams Benefits • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • Company paid short- and long-term disability • 401(k) with match • Paid time off • Paid holidays • Tuition reimbursement • Opportunities for professional growth and development Company Overview • Forge ahead. WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. It was founded in 1995, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http//wsbeng.com. Company H1B Sponsorship • WSB has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 5 in 2021, 3 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply To this Job

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