Senior Electrical Standards & Substation Strategy Engineer

PG&E; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

PG&E in Oakland is seeking a Senior Electric Standards and Strategy Engineer to lead substation standards, protection and automation schematics, and critical asset strategies for transmission and distribution systems.

The role demands mastery of journey-level engineering, extensive experience, and the ability to provide technical leadership across projects. This position is hybrid, combining remote work with on-site collaboration in California.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 8 years of cumulative experience in electrical/civil engineering, planning and/or operations.
• Current and active California PE license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review substation standards and layouts.
• Develop standard Protection and Automation schematics.
• Provide subject matter expertise and training on assets.
• Prepare specifications for high‑voltage equipment.
• Evaluate new technologies to enhance system reliability.
• Conduct vendor reviews and qualifications.

Education

BS Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Job description

PG&E in Oakland is seeking a Senior Electric Standards and Strategy Engineer to lead substation standards, protection and automation schematics, and critical asset strategies for transmission and distribution systems.

The role demands mastery of journey-level engineering, extensive experience, and the ability to provide technical leadership across projects. This position is hybrid, combining remote work with on-site collaboration in California.