Substation Design Manager (Hybrid)

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Substation Design Manager for a direct placement opportunity with a leading engineering consulting firm serving the power utility and industrial sectors. This firm delivers comprehensive solutions in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources (DER), and EPC services. You'll be part of a people-focused, innovative team working on impactful infrastructure projects across California.

Manage and oversee consultants' work to ensure compliance with technical standards and approved project requirements

Prepare technical scopes, cost estimates, and perform engineering calculations and studies

Generate detailed written and oral reports on technical findings and engineering recommendations

Participate in estimating and economic analysis for projects

Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal design staff and external design consultants

Review design packages and manufacturer drawings to ensure accuracy and consistency

Perform conceptual and detailed physical / electrical substation design, including layout, one-lines, grounding, AC / DC systems, and more

Develop substation construction drawing packages and bills of materials

Create relay one-line diagrams, control schematics, wiring diagrams, and other detailed substation drawings

Conduct conduit fill and rigid bus calculations, cable design, and grounding layout

Ensure all engineering practices meet applicable safety regulations and proactively contribute to a safe work environment

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program

Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in substation design and engineering for electric utilities

Familiarity with IEEE Standards as they relate to substations

Hands-on experience with Greenfield and Brownfield projects

Experience with power analysis tools such as SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower is a plus

Demonstrated expertise in substation design elements including layout, cable trays, grounding, conduit systems, and control schematics

Experience working with large utility clients preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Must reside in Northern California and be available to travel to local project sites as required

Competitive Compensation & Benefits :

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account

401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)

Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO

Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance

Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Salary Range : $135,000–$165,000 annually, depending on experience

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