Substation Design Engineer
Overview
The Substation Design Engineer will join E2 Consulting Engineers' Power Delivery team to support Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) infrastructure projects. This role involves designing and constructing high-voltage electric substation facilities.
Responsibilities
Perform substation physical and/or Protection & Control (P&C) design activities, including the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and bills of materials (BOM).
Conduct foundational calculations for substation auxiliary systems, such as conduit and bus sizing, grounding grid analysis, and AC/DC load studies.
Utilize 2D/3D CAD software to create detailed construction drawings, including general arrangements, one-line diagrams, and raceway layouts.
Conduct thorough self-checking of work products to ensure technical accuracy and neatness before submission to senior reviewers.
Cookordination project activities with the Lead Engineer and Project Manager, utilizing E2's internal systems to track progress.
Assist senior engineers during site visits to gather scope information and help resolve construction-phase Requests for Information (RFIs).
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET approved college or university.
4 - 8 years of experience working in substation design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm.
Proficient using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Basic written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED
An active Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with substation design for Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E).
Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
Benefits
E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.
Pay
The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment. Salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. Physical demands include sitting/standing for up to 8 hours per day and moving freely for up to 8 hours per day.
Travel
25% Local Candidates only
Solicitation
Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.