Senior Electrical Engineer, Substation - Tacoma, WA

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401k retirement plan

Flexible work schedule

Professional development support

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Tacoma, WA. In this hybrid-friendly position, you will oversee the development of engineering designs for power delivery projects and manage complex project tasks.

The ideal candidate brings over 10 years of experience in substation engineering, possesses a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, and is a Registered Professional Engineer. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within an innovative team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct substation engineering experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• Experience managing complex tasks in multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of preliminary drawings and quality control reviews.
• Lead cross-discipline coordination with staff for comprehensive project designs.
• Mentor junior staff in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Mentoring ability

Electrical engineering expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

EasyPower

ETAP

Job description

Overview

Senior Electrical Engineer, Protection & Controls Engineer, Team Lead

Energy Jobs With David Evans And Associates. At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Energy team provides unmatched infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy, offering expert planning and design for low- to high-voltage facilities. We ensure safe, reliable, and affordable electricity for communities across sectors including power generation, renewables, and transportation electrification. Our services meet the technical, financial, environmental, and political needs of our clients. Whether the goal is to enhance current infrastructure or embark on a new energy project, DEA has the expertise to deliver a resilient future.

The Substation Practice is seeking Senior Electrical Engineer near one of DEA’s offices in California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Texas, Utah, or Washington. This hybrid-friendly position location is flexible, with a preference for candidates based near one of DEA’s offices. Fully remote may be considered depending on circumstances. Some travel for project execution may be required.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the development of preliminary drawings through IFC plan sets, including Quality Control reviews of one-line diagrams, schematics, BOMs, specifications, general arrangements, plan views, schedules, and detailed drawings.
• Lead cross-discipline coordination with staff to finalize comprehensive project designs.
• Supervise the use of power system modeling tools (e.g., EasyPower, ETAP) to analyze systems and determine equipment ratings consistent with the basis of design.
• Oversee preparation of studies such as grounding, cable heating, short circuit, arc flash, and reactive compensation.
• Review system coordination curves and protective relay settings.
• Review calculations required for design, such as AC/DC station service loading and cable sizing.
• Mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
• Lead office support during project construction, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and commissioning troubleshooting.
• Implement and oversee the project QA/QC plan, ensuring compliance with firmwide tools, processes, and policies including engineering decision documentation, scope of work management, and quality requirements.
• Manage complex project tasks involving special skills and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Oversee estimates for labor, material, and construction costs, and draw up specifications for the purchase of materials and equipment.
• Keep informed of new developments in electric power and integrate them into project designs.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in electrical engineering
• Ten (10) + years of direct substation engineering experience
• Registered Professional Engineer
• Experience managing complex tasks in multidisciplinary projects
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical teams
• Strong leadership, written and oral communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fifteen (15) + years of applicable industry experience
• Experience with power facility construction and commissioning
• Highly proficient in relay setpoint development including SEL and GE relay programming
• Highly proficient in applicable industry software (e.g., EasyPower, ETAP, CYMCAP, CDEGS, AcSELerator QuickSet)
• Experience as Owner’s Engineer or Engineer of Record for utility-scale BESS, wind and solar projects
• Recognized expert in one or more areas related to renewable energy project delivery

What We Offer

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $165,000 per year – $211,000 per year
• The posted salary range represents typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience and location.

Potential office locations include: Los Angeles, CA; Ontario, CA; Santa Clarita, CA; Tustin, CA; Boulder, CO; Colorado Springs, CO; Denver, CO; Fort Collins, CO; Boise, ID; Coeur d\'Alene, ID; Pocatello, ID; Bend, OR; Corvallis, OR; Portland, OR; Salem, OR; Bryan/College Station, TX; Salt Lake City, UT; Bellevue, WA; Everett, WA; Olympia, WA; Seattle, WA; Spokane, WA; Tacoma, WA; Vancouver, WA; or Remote.