Design Technology Lead

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on electricity provided by Quanta Services and its customers. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

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Quanta's culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Design Technology Lead provides centralized governance, customization, and strategic oversight of QISG's 2D, 3D, Protection & Control (P&C), and structural design environments. This role establishes enterprise and client-specific standards, develops intelligent and automated workflows, and ensures alignment between drawings, models, and fabrication outputs. This position is responsible for advancing digital design capabilities, improving efficiency through automation, and supporting scalable, compliant delivery across Substation and T-Line.

Enterprise Standards & Environment Governance

• Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise-wide 2D, 3D, P&C, and structural design standards.
• Translate client CAD standards into controlled templates, title blocks, layer structures, symbol libraries, and workspace configurations.
• Create and deploy standardized CAD profiles and controlled environments to prevent client standard cross-contamination.
• Align drawing, modeling, and intelligent configuration practices across disciplines.

Design Software Customization & Automation

• Configure and optimize platforms including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, 3D modeling platforms (Inventor and Revit), and Advance Steel.
• Develop and maintain LISP routines, scripts, macros, and automation tools that improve drafting and modeling efficiency.
• Support configuration and rule engine development within P4A and related systems.
• Identify repetitive workflows and implement scalable automation solutions.

Intelligent & Reusable Design Development

• Develop intelligent and parametric content including reusable assemblies, symbol libraries, logic patterns, and standardized modeling components.
• Ensure design outputs support quantities and BOM generation, fabrication coordination, and efficient revisions and lifecycle management.

Training & Adoption Leadership

• Develop and deliver formal training for P4A, P4I, AutoCAD Electrical, and Advance Steel.
• Create role-based training paths and workflow documentation.
• Replace tribal knowledge with standardized, repeatable practices.
• Mentor 2D drafters and 3D modelers to improve efficiency and standards compliance.

Technical Oversight & Continuous Improvement

• Serve as first-line escalation for complex design tool issues.
• Support project teams with advanced configuration and workflow optimization.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and automation.
• Partner with design leadership to align technology strategy with business objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Review all CAD projects to ensure proper CAD Standards are being utilized.

Core Competencies

• Strong independent problem-solving and initiative.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools or platforms.
• Practical, solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to bridge design, drafting, and technology.
• Focus on efficiency, standardization, and continuous improvement.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel may be required to support project sites, client engagements, or training delivery.

• Advanced proficiency in one of the following AutoCAD Electrical for Protection & Controls, AutoCAD, or 3D design environments (Inventor and Revit preferred).
• Experience supporting or configuring P4A, P4I, PnC or similar design/configuration platforms, including rule-based or logic-driven environments.
• Proficient in developing and applying automation (e.g., LISP, scripting, macros, or similar tools) to improve design efficiency.
• Proven ability to independently define, troubleshoot, and implement technical solutions with minimal oversight.
• Practical experience translating design requirements into workable standards, templates, or workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Advance Steel or similar structural modeling/detailing platforms.
• Experience creating or deploying CAD templates, workspaces and profiles, and symbol/block libraries.
• Exposure to client-specific CAD standards implementation.
• Experience supporting or mentoring drafters/designers in improving workflows and tool usage.
• Experience contributing to training materials, documentation, or knowledge sharing initiatives.

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.