High-Voltage Substation Designer | AutoCAD/MicroStation

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; 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 Emeryville is seeking a Substation Electrical Designer to join the Power Delivery team. You will draft detailed electrical construction drawings for PG&E high-voltage substations, using AutoCAD and MicroStation, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

The role requires 5–8 years of substation design experience, an Associate degree or equivalent, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent practical substation experience is required.
• 5–8 years of substation design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting & design: prepare detailed electrical construction drawings using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Documentation development: create BOMs, conduit/cable schedules and panel elevations.
• Quality control: self-check drawings for accuracy and compliance before senior review.
• Project coordination: track design activities and communicate progress with senior engineers and project managers.
• Technical support: assist during site walks and respond to RFIs during construction.
• Standards alignment: ensure designs conform to PG&E TSMs and client requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP in Emeryville is seeking a Substation Electrical Designer to join the Power Delivery team. You will draft detailed electrical construction drawings for PG&E high-voltage substations, using AutoCAD and MicroStation, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

The role requires 5–8 years of substation design experience, an Associate degree or equivalent, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.