Senior High Voltage CAD Designer

• Develop up to a 30% substation package in AutoCAD and/or Bluebeam ranging from 35kV up to 500kV, including single line diagrams, substation layouts, control building layouts, electrical elevation views, substation access, site access, relay panel elevations, etc.
• Support Transmission Line Engineering with drafting needs by developing technical exhibits showing transmission structure pole designs.
• Develop a substation and transmission CAD design standardization process to expedite design timelines and create a database of CAD tools and blocks for specific AES HV Substations and transmission lines.
• Coordinate with land and permitting teams, HV Project Engineers, and external consultants to ensure design compliance, site access, and documentation control.

This role contributes to the global energy revolution by designing high-voltage facilities for renewable energy power plants, supporting AES's commitment to rapid decarbonization and meeting Paris Agreement goals by 2050.

• Associate degree (or higher) with emphasis on Drafting and Design Technology from an accredited technical institution or college in engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience developing substation/transmission CAD designs.
• Must be proficient in using AutoCAD and Bluebeam, with general knowledge of all aspects of electrical systems and codes for substations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, ability to lead design discussions, prioritize projects, and experience in creating CAD tools and symbol databases.

Expected salary range: $81,000 - $96,900 annually. Total compensation may include annual bonus, full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial benefits, 401(k) eligibility, and various paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, parental leave). AES is certified as a Great Place to Work and recognized as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022.

The AES Corporation is a Fortune 500 company leading the global energy revolution, ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, with operations in 14 countries and $12.7B in revenues in 2023. AES provides electricity to 25 million customers worldwide and is committed to shaping a sustainable future through innovation and collaboration.