Electrical Designer - Substation

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for a skilled Electrical Designer with 5+ years of experience in substation design and CAD production to join our Power Delivery team in Denver, Colorado (CO). This role is ideal for a technically strong designer who enjoys creating high-quality construction documents and collaborating with engineers and drafters on impactful power delivery projects.

Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented electrical designer with experience in physical substation layout, wiring diagrams, and CAD drafting. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of substation components and enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team. This role will support design efforts from concept through construction for high-voltage substations (69kV and above).

Responsibilities

• Produce substation design drawings, including general arrangements, plan and elevation views, grounding, conduit, and cable schedules
• Draft wiring diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts for protection and control systems
• Apply company and client CAD standards to maintain consistency and quality
• Coordinate closely with electrical engineers, project managers, and other design staff
• Assist with redlines, as-builts, and construction revisions
• Work in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and / or MicroStation to prepare accurate and organized design packages
• Support multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment

Qualifications

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