Associate Substation Engineer

E2 Consulting Engineers Inc; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP in Pasadena, CA, is seeking an Associate Substation Engineer to support a major electric utility client. The role focuses on substation physical design, drawings, BOMs, and coordinating with senior engineers.

You will develop CAD drawings (AutoCAD/MicroStation), perform calculations, and ensure conformance to standards. This hybrid role requires 1–3 years of substation design experience and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering.
• 1–3 years of substation design experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform substation physical design, drawings, and bill of materials.
• Self-check designs for quality before senior review.
• Prepare CAD construction drawings with neatness and minimal errors.
• Develop engineering calculations (conduit sizing, grounding, lighting analysis).
• Ensure designs conform to client and industry standards.
• Coordinate with senior engineer/PM and track design activities.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Job Details

• Job Locations: US-CA-Pasadena
• ID: CA-6354
• Category: Engineering
• Type: Full Time
• Work Location: Hybrid

About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

E2 is looking for an Associate Substation Engineer to join our team in our greater Southwest region to support one of the largest electric utility clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design of deliverables including general arrangement drawings, electrical equipment plan & elevation drawings, above & below grade conduit & grounding drawings, relay house layout and complete bill of materials. The position will work under the direction of a senior engineer and will report directly to the Substation Engineering Manager or Lead Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Perform substation physical design activities including drawings, specifications, and bill of materials.
• Perform careful self-checking activities to ensure the quality of work before it is presented to senior design reviewers.
• Prepare computer assisted design and construction drawings of a complex nature with neatness and a minimum of errors.
• Assist in the development of engineering calculations such as conduit and bus sizing, lighting & lightning analysis, and grounding grid analysis.
• Ensure all designs conform to our client's and industry standards.
• Communicate and coordinate project activities with senior engineer and/or project manager.
• Utilize client and/or company information system to track and update design activities.
• Assist senior engineers during job site meetings to gather scope of work.
• Assist senior engineers in answering Request for Information (RFI) during project construction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET approved college or university.
• 1-3 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

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Local Candidates only

Yes

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

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.