Rotational Development Program Trainee (Electrical Power Systems)

About the role

PG&E's Engineering, Planning, and Strategy (EP&S) organization is focused on engineering the grid of the future through an integrated approach leveraging renewable energy sources, traditional utility infrastructure, and cutting‑edge technology to deliver safe, reliable, and affordable energy to customers. The Electric Engineering department within EP&S is responsible for designing all aspects of PG&E's electric distribution and transmission grid, including system planning, engineering, resiliency solutions, and asset strategy.

The Engineering Rotation Development Program is a 12‑month rotation program that provides engineers an opportunity to gain meaningful engineering experience in up to two departments within Electric Engineering focused on improving PG&E's large network of electric transmission and distribution facilities. Rotation assignments occur within one or multiple locations as defined by business needs. Available department rotations include: Distribution Asset Planning, Transmission Systems Planning, Distribution Planning – Distributed Generation, Distributions Operations Engineering, System Protection, and Grid Innovation.

Responsibilities

With six months in each rotation, participants will have enough time to learn about the rotational department and contribute to the department's success. Engineers can expect to work within PG&E's service territory with rotation opportunities within the departments specified above.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering expected between May 2025 and July 2027 from an ABET‑accredited university.
• Must have reliable transportation for work purposes.

Qualifications

• Completed coursework in Electrical Engineering with a power emphasis (Power Systems, Analysis, Transmission Lines, System Protection/Substations, and related courses).
• Experience with Python and SQL.
• Former PG&E internship experience.
• Strong communication skills, initiative, and teamwork.
• Work experience or internships in utilities, power industry, or other power‑related fields.
• EIT Certification.
• Note: PG&E is unable to provide VISA sponsorship for students on F‑1, J‑1, or any VISA status.

Pay

The hourly rate is $49.51 for a bachelor’s degree and $54.32 for a master’s degree.