Electrical Engineer, High Voltage Interconnections & Substation Design
Tesla · Fremont, CA · 2 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$92k–$196k/yrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Lead the interconnection process for large electrical loads (e.g., gigawatt-scale) with utility companies, including preparing interconnection applications, conducting feasibility studies, and negotiating agreements to ensure compliance with grid standards (e.g., NERC, IEEE)
- Design and engineer switchyards, substations, and associated infrastructure at high voltages, including 765kV, 345kV, and lower (e.g., 138kV, 69kV), incorporating transformers, circuit breakers, bus systems, and grounding schemes
- Develop and implement system protection strategies, including relay coordination, fault analysis, and protective device settings to safeguard equipment and maintain grid stability
- Perform load modeling and simulation using tools like SKM, ETAP, PSS/E, or ASPEN to forecast power demands, analyze system impacts, and optimize load ramps for dynamic industrial applications
- Conduct power system studies, including short-circuit analysis, arc flash assessments, harmonic studies, and transient stability evaluations
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., project managers, civil engineers) and external stakeholders (e.g., utilities, EPC contractors) to integrate designs with overall project timelines and budgets
- Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., NEC, ANSI, local utility requirements)
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on high-voltage power systems
- Proven expertise in interconnecting large loads with electrical utilities, including experience with load studies, queue management, and interconnection agreements
- Extensive experience designing switchyards and substations at voltages including 765kV, 345kV, and lower, with a track record of successful project delivery
- Strong knowledge of system protection principles, including relay design, coordination, and testing
- Proficiency in load modeling and power system simulation software (e.g., ETAP, PSCAD, DIgSILENT)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical plans
- Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans
- HSA Contribution
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Other financial benefits
- Basic Life, AD&D
- Accommodation and parenting support resources
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program