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Lead Substation Physical Designer

GE Vernova

98,400–164,000 / Year

Location

Oakbrook Terrace • Remote

Experience

Senior

Posted

Jul 10, 2026

Apply by

August 9, 2026

Applicants

0

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Job Description

# Job Description Summary We are looking for an experienced Substation Physical Designer. A physical (primary) designer is responsible for supporting Electrical Substation Project Engineers and producing timely accurate drawing packages for complex power delivery projects & proposals. Packages include general arrangements of AIS/GIS HV substations with control buildings, plan views and elevations, equipment erection details structural / electrical details, Lightning, ground grid and foundation drawings, tray/conduct/trough drawings, duct bank drawings, and detailed bill of materials. As an experienced 3D Substation Physical Designer, you will develop 3D Models using Revit or Autocad 3d for HV Substations and generate electrical physical 2D drawings. Strong knowledge of Revit to implement GE BIM strategy and processes in line with ISO-19650 and our customers BIM requirements. # Job Description Responsibilities: - As an experienced 3d Substation modeler, you will be involved in developing HV physical designs from the tender stages until the project hand over - Develop substation drawings using working knowledge of the NEC, NESC and/or customer specifications - Develop detailed substation layouts / elevations from Single Line Diagrams and basic sketches - Develop detailed bills of material for substation power equipment, HV connectors, conduit / trough, and cable trays - Complete complex drawing packages with minimal/no supervision from sketches provided by others - Perform thorough review checks of own work and the work of others - Utilize his or her 3d Modeler experience to implement the BIM Execution Plans, use cases, setting up and working with a CDE, 3D Model Collaboration (internal & external), 3D Model Auditing, Clash Detection Meeting and Reports, Virtual Construction, Design & Constructability Reviews, Augmented Reality, georeferencing, IFC exchanges. - Actively drive toward standardization of tools and design practices Qualifications/Experience: - Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology. - Minimum 7 years of HV Substation physical design experience. - Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards - Strong experience of US Utility substation design standards and good technical knowledge of LV/MV/HV equipment and related accessories. - Capable to produce HV substation general arrangements and installation details with minimum supervision. - Extensive knowledge and experience of the latest version of Autodesk Revit, Autocad 3D, SDS Navisworks and how it links to other softwares. - Demonstrated MCAD skills, including general usage and tool configuration; exposure to several 3D engineering design tools (Creo, E3D, Solidworks, Inventor) and IFC exchange format. For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between 105 300,00$ - 155 300,00$ CAD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including candidate’s experience, education and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus This posting is for an existing vacancy # Additional Information GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an [Equal Opportunity Employer](https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)[.](http://www.ge.com/sites/default/files/15-000845%20EEO%20combined.pdf) Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: No#LI-Remote - This is a remote position For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 06, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop HV physical designs from tender stages until project handover
  • Create substation drawings using NEC, NESC, and customer specifications
  • Develop detailed substation layouts and elevations from Single Line Diagrams
  • Generate detailed bills of materials for power equipment and cabling
  • Complete complex drawing packages with minimal supervision
  • Perform thorough review checks of own and others' work
  • Implement BIM Execution Plans and manage 3D model collaboration
  • Conduct clash detection, virtual construction, and design reviews
  • Drive standardization of tools and design practices

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology

Skills Required

Autodesk RevitAutocad 3DSDS NavisworksNECNESCHV Substation designBIM3D Modeling2D Drawing ProductionBill of MaterialsProblem solvingAttention to detailIndependenceCollaborationCreoE3DSolidworksInventorIFC exchange format

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Health Coach access
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement Savings Plan with company matching
  • Tuition assistance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Permissive time off
  • Discretionary annual bonus

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Job Overview

Salary

98,400–164,000 / Year

Currency: USD

Job Type

Full-time

Experience

Senior

Location

Oakbrook Terrace • Remote

Application Deadline

August 9, 2026

Total Applicants

0

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