Project Engineer

Spectraforce Technologies; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies in Oakland, CA is seeking a Project Engineer for a 4+ month contract-to-hire. You will lead engineering and design efforts on more complex projects, exercising independent judgment and coordinating with project teams, managers, and vendors.

The role requires 3+ years of engineering experience and a drive to deliver robust technical solutions. The position is hybrid with remote work from a designated office and travel within California, approximately 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited US curriculum or equivalent from outside the US.
• 3 years of cumulative experience in engineering and design.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and design of complex projects with independent judgment.
• Provide technical analyses, studies, and conceptual designs.
• Present findings to internal teams, contractors and vendors.
• Review and improve design drawings and reports.
• Travel up to 20% for project-related functions.

Skills

Electrical transmission line eng

GO 95 knowledge

NESC knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (US accreditation or equivalent)

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

Job description

Project Engineer

04+ Months

Oakland, CA

NOTES

• The role is contract to hire
• Location is OGO and is hybrid
• RE: 10% travel (within California)
• Will fall under ESC union if FTE
• EQUIPMENT:
  • Client's Laptop & phone will be provided. Any other tools/equipment must be provided by the vendor including ergonomic tools
  • PPE: will be provided by the vendor

Position Summary

• This position is represented by the Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) and is subject to collective bargaining. The role is for a journey-level engineer who has mastered Associate engineer skills and duties, and is responsible for leading the engineering and design of more complex projects. The journey engineer exercises independent judgment in applying engineering principles and works with minimal supervision. Collaboration with engineers, project managers, construction personnel, and other business partners to assess project needs is essential. Additional responsibilities include developing technical studies and reports, providing guidance to contractors and outside vendors, and traveling to/from project-related functions approximately 20% of the time.
• This hybrid position requires working from a remote office and an assigned work location within the Client Service Territory, based on business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Resolve problems of moderate scope using standard solutions
• Independently plan work under general direction; progress reviewed periodically for technical accuracy
• Perform functions of Associate level Engineer as needed
• Provide technical expertise, conduct engineering analyses, studies, and develop conceptual designs
• Present findings to internal teams, contractors and vendors
• Conduct walkdowns and design review meetings
• Prepare technical documents including design criteria, scope documents, specifications, and reports
• Develop, evaluate and recommend alternative project proposals
• Solicit, prepare and evaluate contracts/proposals from engineering consultants
• Review consultant contracts for technical compliance
• Interpret and apply applicable codes and regulations
• Participate in developing restoration plans and assist in root cause analysis
• Approve reports, new drawings and revisions to existing drawings
• Respond promptly to facility failures in emergencies
• Represent client to government bodies for assigned projects

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited US curriculum or equivalent from outside the US
• 3 years of cumulative experience in engineering and design

Desired

• Electrical transmission line engineering for 115kv-500kv
• Strong familiarity with GO 95, NESC, and client transmission line standards and construction practices
• Strong familiarity with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.
• Skills in project management