Substation Physical Designer

Nexus Engineering Group is employee-owned, full-service, and growing our Substation Department. As a Substation Physical Designer, you’ll develop the physical design of high-voltage substation projects — and grow from production support toward independent design.

You’ll produce the general arrangement layouts, elevation and section views, grounding, conduit routing, and equipment placement that bring substations to life — from new builds to upgrades and expansions. Working alongside a collaborative team of engineers and designers, you’ll take on more ownership as you develop, building toward independent design of substation physical packages.

Why Nexus
You’ll own a piece of what you build. Nexus is employee-owned through our ESOP, so the value you help create comes back to you — not just outside shareholders. We invest in our engineers and give them room to grow into greater ownership of the work.

What you can expect:

Employee ownership (ESOP) — build equity in the firm as it grows
Real ownership that grows with you — from production support toward independent design
Mentorship from senior engineers and designers on a collaborative team
Full-service EPCm exposure, from concept through startup, across a diverse client base
Career paths that grow with you — toward technical leadership, project management, or discipline leadership
Flexible work arrangements where business needs allow



What You’ll Do

Develop and revise physical layouts, elevation and section views, below-grade drawings, and supporting documentation in CAD, with growing independence as you develop
Lay out grounding systems (IEEE Std 80), conduit and cable routing, bus arrangements, and equipment placement
Build and maintain cable/conduit lists, nameplates, and client-specific documentation
Assist the project lead in developing physical documentation, applying technical design standards
Apply internal and external processes, procedures, and design standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC)
Coordinate with drafters, designers, other disciplines, clients, and vendors to deliver complete, constructible packages



Required Qualifications
What We’re Looking For

Associate Degree in a technical discipline or equivalente technical experience
2+ years of experience in substation, power delivery, or electrical design
Proficiency with CAD (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation)
Familiarity with substation physical design — layouts, grounding (IEEE Std 80), conduit and cable routing, and equipment placement
Working knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and NESC standards
Ability to travel to project and substation sites, some of which are not accessible by public transportation



Preferred Qualifications

Inventor or Substation Design Suite (SDS) experience
Grounding or photometric analysis software (WinIGS, CDEGS, AGi32, Visual Lighting, or equivalent)
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, with progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure



Work Environment & Physical Demands
This role combines office-based design work with periodic visits to substation and construction sites. This role may require:


Periodic travel to substation and construction sites
Appropriate PPE on site, including arc-rated clothing
The ability to access outdoor substation yards and walk uneven terrain, with or without reasonable accommodation



About Nexus Engineering Group
Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation
Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@nexusegroup.com.

Sponsorship & Work Authorization
Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment.

Third‑Party Agency Notice
Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.

We may use AI tools to help our recruitment team review and organize applications. These tools support — but never replace — human judgment, and final hiring decisions are made by people. If you’d like to know more about how your data is handled, contact us at careers@nexusegroup.com.

The posted salary range represents the anticipated base pay for this position in accordance with applicable pay-transparency requirements and may vary based on experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, work location, and market conditions.

In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — an ownership stake and a share in the long-term success of Nexus
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match and discretionary bonus opportunities
Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
Professional development and career advancement — training, certifications, licensure support, tuition assistance, and mentorship
Wellness benefits and a flexible schedule where business needs allow

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