Substation Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Substation Engineering Technician operates as a lead engineering technician within the team. This role involves modifying or creating deliverables and performing assignments that require applying basic engineering principles and established design practices to develop complex design concepts. The technician provides technical guidance and may offer direction to other engineering professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and direction by utilizing knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes, and policies.
• Review project requirements to accurately determine the correct format and contents of required deliverables.
• Promote quality within the project/group/section and ensure design inputs are consistent.
• Ensure deliverables comply with specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
• Apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables.
• Perform design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records using advanced applications such as modeling and design software.
• Coordinate with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development.
• Assist with identifying key client interests and communicate them to project team members.
• Support performance management processes and mentor lesser experienced engineering technicians.

• Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
• Bachelors degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years related work experience.
• Proficient communication skills, learning on the fly, problem-solving, perseverance, patience, time management, drive for results, self-development, and customer focus.

• Ability to use electronic applications and programs required for performing assignments such as CADD, information modeling, and document storage systems.
• Advanced experience with AutoDesk Inventor (SDS).
• Advanced experience with physical substation design (AIS and/or GIS).
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering calculations.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, and policies.
• Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends.
• Basic knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles.
• Basic knowledge of procurement and contract administration.
• Basic knowledge of process, procedures for project controls, and estimating.

The position involves working with advanced software such as AutoCAD SDS & Inventor. The role requires the ability to handle technical assignments and provide guidance to other professionals in a collaborative team environment. The designer must reside within 50 miles of our client's office.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Greenville,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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