Substation Designer

Company: Valdes Architecture & Engineering
Location: Lombard
Posted on: February 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Responsibilities Electrical Design with the capabilities and the initiative to perform the following tasks with supervisory/mentor assistance as required Design computations; prepare estimates, bill of materials, construction drawings, and other engineering documents Participate in client meetings to determine job requirements, discuss progress of job related problems, and find solutions to those problems Assist the discipline engineer or senior or principal designer in the development of the design portion of the work Review design drawings to ensure correct engineering and client approval Must have the ability to ensure project is within scope, budget, and schedule Qualifications High School Diploma, Associates Degree, Bachelor's degree preferred 2 years of technical training in design or drafting in electrical engineering Strong attention to detail is required Basic experience with AutoCAD or Microstation Solid Microsoft Office skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Basic ability to articulate complex ideas to co-workers and management Creative thinking in providing new solutions to design problems Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process. . Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Architecture & Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement. EEO/AAE We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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