Electrical Designer- Substation

Electrical Designer – Substation

Design the Infrastructure Powering the Midwest’s Clean Energy Future

We’re looking for a motivated Electrical Designer – Substation to join our close‑knit, collaborative team. Our company supports a steady portfolio of utility and energy clients across the Midwest, delivering impactful projects in renewable energy, grid modernization, substations, and battery storage.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on greenfield substations for solar and wind farms while growing your technical skills in a supportive, family‑oriented environment. Our team operates in a flexible hybrid setting, with the option for remote work for designers who bring strong AutoCAD skills and a passion for quality design.

• Perform physical 3D substation design using Inventor, including drawing sets, equipment layouts, and elevation/section views
• Develop 2D substation layouts, schedules, and material tables using AutoCAD
• Assist with steel weight checks and detailed design coordination
• Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and project managers in a team‑first environment
• Communicate professionally with utility clients and coordinate directly with civil vendors via phone and email
• Support renewable energy infrastructure, including solar, wind, battery storage, and transformer projects
• Participate in a long‑term, contract‑to‑hire role focused on building real design expertise—not just redlines

• 2+ years of recent AutoCAD experience in a professional setting
• Strong interest in substation and power delivery design
• Willingness to learn and grow in Inventor (3D)
• Ability to work collaboratively while also taking ownership of your design tasks
• Clear communication skills and a detail‑oriented mindset

• Exposure to substations, renewables (solar/wind), power delivery, or battery storage
• Experience with both 3D and 2D design workflows
• Familiarity with iLogic and electrical schematics
• Drafting or design‑related degree
• Experience with MicroStation, Civil 3D, or Inventor

• Small, family‑style culture where your work is seen and valued
• Stable client base across the Midwest—no constant chasing of work
• Projects that support renewable energy, reliable power, and grid modernization
• Hands‑on learning and mentorship to help you grow beyond drafting
• Flexible work environment with hybrid and remote opportunities

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.