Substation Civil DesignerDraftsman

Job Role: Substation Civil Designer/Draftsman

Position Overview: The Substation Civil Designer/Draftsman is responsible for preparing detailed civil and structural drawings layouts and documentation for substations ranging from 380kV 115kV to 33kV systems. The role includes drafting designs for buildings underground utilities outdoor equipment foundations and site grading plans while ensuring compliance with design standards and project specifications. The draftsman will work closely with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver accurate highquality designs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Drafting and Design Preparation
   • Prepare detailed civil and structural drawings for substation buildings (380kV 115kV 33kV) including precast and castinsitu components.
   • Develop layouts and details for cable trenches cable tunnels duct banks manholes handholes septic tanks soak pits and underground water tanks.
   • Draft foundation layouts and details for outdoor equipment such as:
     • Surge arresters
     • Power transformers and associated firewalls
     • Static VAR Generator (SVG) foundations
     • Gantry tower foundations
     • PACU (Power Auxiliary Control Unit) pads
   • Generate site grading plans including contour adjustments levels and topographical layouts.
   • Develop access and internal road layouts for substation sites.
2. Drafting Tools and Software Proficiency
   • Utilize AutoCAD and Micro Station to create accurate 2D drawings sections elevations and layouts.
   • Apply Civil 3D for site grading plans earthworks topography and drainage designs.
   • Ensure all drawings meet project specifications design standards and client requirements.
3. Collaboration with Engineers
   • Work closely with structural and civil engineers to understand project requirements and provide technical drawings accordingly.
   • Incorporate design feedback and revisions from engineers to finalize drawings.
   • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for consistency in designs and details.
4. Documentation and Reporting
   • Maintain and organize drawing sets revisions and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
   • Generate reports and maintain logs for design progress and drawing submissions.
5. Quality and Compliance
   • Conduct selfchecks and peer reviews of drawings to ensure accuracy and completeness.
   • Follow quality control procedures to maintain high drafting standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Drafting or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil and structural drafting preferably in substation projects or similar infrastructure.
• Proficiency in:
  • Drafting tools: AutoCAD MicroStation
  • Site grading and topographical tools: Civil 3D
  • Documentation tools: Microsoft Excel for BOQs and reports.
• Strong knowledge of drafting standards symbols and detailing practices.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural structural and civil engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with civil design components such as grading foundations and underground utilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Qualifications :

Diploma or Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Drafting or equivalent qualification.

Additional Information :

• Proficiency in:
  • Drafting tools: AutoCAD MicroStation
  • Site grading and topographical tools: Civil 3D
  • Documentation tools: Microsoft Excel for BOQs and reports.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills talent and our peoples ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime