Senior HV Substation Project Lead — Hybrid (CA)

Switchgear Magazine; Pleasant Hill (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An electrical engineering firm in California is seeking a Senior Electrical Substation Project Engineer. This role will focus on leading all technical aspects of HV/EHV substation projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Engineering degree and significant experience in substation design. The position requires strong troubleshooting skills and proficiency in AutoCAD. A hybrid work arrangement is available from Pleasant Hill, CA, and travel may be necessary occasionally.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in industrial or utility HV/EHV substation design.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%, including internationally.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in good standing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all AC power substation projects.
• Act as the primary technical lead for scheduling and compliance.
• Develop and oversee key design deliverables.

Skills

HV/EHV substation design

Electrical protection

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

An electrical engineering firm in California is seeking a Senior Electrical Substation Project Engineer. This role will focus on leading all technical aspects of HV/EHV substation projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Engineering degree and significant experience in substation design. The position requires strong troubleshooting skills and proficiency in AutoCAD. A hybrid work arrangement is available from Pleasant Hill, CA, and travel may be necessary occasionally.