Staff Engineering Technician - Substation

Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Type: Contract

Experience: 0

Category: Engineering

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Brand: System One

Job ID: 345835

Date Posted: 02/03/2026

Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/ya5uD1


Staff Engineering Technician – Civil/Substation Design

Location: Overland Park, KS – Houston, TX – Ann Arbor, MI
Work Arrangement: Onsite, 5 days per week (local candidates only)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Staff Engineering Technician to support civil design and drafting efforts for electrical substation and grid infrastructure projects. This role will focus on the development of site drainage, grading, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical drafting skills, advanced Civil 3D experience, and prior exposure to substation or utility-related projects. This position works closely with engineering and design teams to produce high-quality technical deliverables in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and modify technical drawings and design deliverables for civil/site components of substation projects

  • Create site grading, drainage, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or MicroStation

  • Support engineering teams in producing accurate construction documents and project packages

  • Utilize CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling tools to prepare and maintain technical documentation

  • Apply established engineering standards, codes, and design practices

  • Perform design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, and estimates

  • Review project requirements and ensure deliverables meet applicable codes and standards

  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams to exchange project information

  • Assist with document control processes and quality assurance reviews

  • Provide technical guidance to junior technicians as needed

  • Support field activities and plant start-up efforts when required

Required Skills & Experience

  • Advanced experience with Autodesk Civil 3D – including proposed grading surfaces and civil plan development

  • Prior experience supporting electrical grid or substation projects

  • Strong understanding of civil design principles, standards, and construction documentation

  • Ability to interpret engineering inputs and translate them into accurate technical drawings

  • Experience with MicroStation is a plus

  • Knowledge of CAD standards, document control, and design workflows

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project schedules

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of related engineering technician or civil design experience

  • Diploma or certificate in drafting, design, or related field required

  • Associate Degree in Drafting, Engineering Design, or related technology preferred

  • Ability to pass pre-employment screening, including background check and drug screening

Additional Information

  • This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential

  • Work will be performed onsite at one of the listed office locations

  • Full-time schedule: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week

If you are an experienced Civil Engineering Technician with strong Civil 3D skills and substation project experience, we encourage you to apply!

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