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Substation Designer

United States, Chicago Employment contract 80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 05, 2026
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KDM Engineering is seeking a self-motivated designer who will prepare clear, complete and accurate detailed drawings using AutoCAD from field sketches, original drawings or satellite images, mark-ups, existing as-builts, site maps, photos, and field notes. The candidate will be designing drawings using AutoCAD applying engineering standards and specifications. It is expected that they will complete drawing packages in a timely manner using personal knowledge and exercising discretion and judgement to maintain a high level of quality, accuracy, and professionalism, and acute attention to detail.

Job Responsibility

  • Analyze client requests/engineering sketches
  • Understand the use of Adobe Acrobat (pdf files), digital photographs (jpeg files), google earth, Microsoft Office products and internet search engines
  • Scale engineering drawings using AutoCAD
  • Calculating lay outs of right-of-way and/or street dimensions and angles
  • Creating preliminary and/or final sketch of proposed drawings
  • Modifying drawings based on engineer designs
  • Creating as-build drawings upon completion of project
  • Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as necessary

Requirements

  • Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) and Certification in AutoCAD or the equivalent education or experience.
  • Design knowledge of electrical utility and engineering is a plus
  • Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both verbally and in written form
  • Comfortable in a self-directed environment
  • Detail oriented, organized, able to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Be a self-starter, ability to perform duties with limited supervision and be a cooperative team player.
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
  • Must be willing to comply with all pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification, and background screening
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License

Nice to have

Design knowledge of electrical utility and engineering is a plus

What we offer

  • Positive team environment
  • Competitive salaries
  • Flexible schedules
  • Growth opportunities
  • Training and professional development
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
  • Paid time-off.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Volunteer leave
  • HAS and HRA
  • Transit program
  • Sabbatical leave
  • Parental and maternity leave
  • Supportive management
  • Professional development assistance
  • Employee discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • team-building outings
  • Laidback office culture, including pool table, arcade games, and happy hour
  • Meditation space, nap room, and nursing mothers’ room

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