ELECTRICAL ENGINEER IV-SUBSTATION DESIGN (INLAND EMPIRE)

Position Description

CLP Engineering (CLPE) is growing our engineering team in Corona, and seeks a motivated Electrical Engineer IV- Substation Design with a PE license and 8+ years of engineering/utility industry experience to join us.

Key Responsibilities

• Design sub-transmission systems, substations, switching stations, and complex commercial/industrial power distribution systems.
• Develop concept design alternatives, engineering calculations, analysis, and engineering estimates for small-scale system improvement projects for substations and distribution systems.
• Develop/review complex electrical system models and validate various system study findings/recommendations.
• Create system model for large-scale power system in ETAP (or similar software) and perform various power system analysis/studies.
• Develop bill of material and technical specifications for various electrical projects.
• Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel to understand and determine project requirements.
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation.
• Possess and maintain broad and in-depth knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and standards related to utility power distribution systems.
• Update and maintain GIS database for large-scale electrical distribution systems.
• Perform site surveys for major upgrade projects, develop concept design, and present the design to CLPE Management and the customer.
• Prepare cost estimates for large-scale electric distribution and substation projects.
• Keep up to date with utility industry standards and codes.
• Enforce and maintain all applicable standards and codes for our O&M, replacement/renewable and new installations.
• Analyze electrical fault events, power quality issues, system loading scenarios and assist crew to implement corrective actions.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of power system protection and relaying schemes for electrical distribution system.
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders.
• Absorb and track project costs throughout the project life cycle in Microsoft Project.
• Aid construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding the basis of cost estimate.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance and support to help them grow in their professional careers.

Project Management Duties

• Preparation of project construction schedules.
• Submission of request for information to clients.
• Act as primary point of contact for projects and facilitate design/review process.
• Cook up meetings, schedule updates, submit deliverables, and address outstanding open items as requested by clients.

Skills | Knowledge | Experience

• BS degree, Electrical Engineering, from accredited university with emphasis in power systems required.
• PE License required.
• Minimum of eight (8+) years of work experience in the electric utility industry.
• Expert knowledge with medium voltage electrical substations and distribution system required.
• Expert with power system analysis, distribution system modeling, and protective device coordination required.
• Experienced in blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services required.
• Ability to prepare and maintain construction project schedules in Microsoft Project.
• Experience with ETAP or similar software.

Work Authorization | Security Clearance

• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• You will be required to obtain Military Base Security Access Clearance.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Compensation & Benefits

• We offer an excellent benefits package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k with company contribution, paid time off and paid holidays.
• Salary range: $151,000-$177,000/annual based on experience plus eligible to participate in Short Term Incentive Plan.
• We reserve the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range based on factors unrelated to sex.

Work Environment and Culture

• We’re a family‑owned company, and we build our culture the same way—intentionally.
• We know that people do their best work when they enjoy where they work.
• The engineering team is collaborative, energetic, and genuinely enjoys solving problems together.
• Our culture shows up in meaningful ways: a hybrid work schedule, strong work‑life balance, provided lunches, after‑hours gatherings, Engineering Week celebrations, and even raffles.
• It’s a culture where you’re supported, appreciated, and encouraged to thrive.
• Growth and Career Development
• Engineers consistently say the same thing: they grow faster here.
• At CLPE, you won’t be boxed into a narrow role.
• Engineers work across all areas of design and execution, gaining broad exposure and deep expertise.
• One moment you may be developing concepts and solutions—soon after, troubleshooting and commissioning a system you helped design.
• This unique combination of operations and consulting creates an environment where engineers quickly become confident, capable experts in their field.
• We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.