Substation Design Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Substation Design Engineer responsible for overseeing the technical aspects and deliverables of assigned projects. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 4-5 years of experience in substation design and demonstrate competence in handling projects of basic to moderate complexity. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of the technical requirements involved in substation design.

Responsibilities

• Develop design deliverables including substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation grounding, and major equipment wiring diagrams.
• Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for electrical substations with varying voltage levels.
• Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
• Coordinate design activities with other departments such as Civil, Structural, and Transmission Line.
• Assign tasks and provide guidance to junior team members and coordinate quality control reviews for work performed by junior engineers and/or designers.
• Collaborate with Senior Engineers and the Business Class Leader to identify and develop specific technical expertise.
• Attend training and seminars focused on the development and understanding of complex concepts related to the discipline.
• Conduct quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Perform site visits during all phases of a project, including design, construction, and as-builts.
• Work independently and direct, mentor, train, and supervise efforts of less-experienced Engineers-in-Training (EITs) and/or Designers.

• Proficiency in substation design and electrical engineering.
• Experience with substation physical layout and engineering drawings and calculations.
• Expertise in substation equipment and power delivery.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) preferred, Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is required.
• 4-5+ years of experience in substation design, including substation layouts, plans, sections, details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, conduit plans and details, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including AutoCAD, Microstation, Microsoft Office, and electrical design software such as CDEGS.

• Experience working with Southern CA Edison.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

The role offers flexibility with options for in-office or hybrid work arrangements, depending on the candidate's preference. Some travel to local project sites may be required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $66.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.

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